Rochdale vs Scunthorpe United predictions, May 03, 2026

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Rochdale

Scunthorpe United

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As Rochdale AFC prepares to host Scunthorpe United on May 3, 2026, both teams enter this English National League fixture with a similar recent form, each having secured two victories in their last five matches. This matchup presents an intriguing opportunity for Rochdale, who will benefit from home advantage at their well-favored venue.

Rochdale has demonstrated a robust attacking approach recently, effectively utilizing their home crowd to elevate performance levels. Their ability to convert pressure into opportunities could be a decisive factor in this match. In contrast, Scunthorpe United, while also showing competitive spirit, will need to reinforce their defensive setup to withstand Rochdale’s offensive play.

Bookmakers have placed Rochdale as the clear favorites with odds of 1.58 for a home win, reflecting a probability of 60.6%. The odds for Scunthorpe’s away victory sit significantly higher at 4.89, indicating they are considered underdogs in this contest.

With tactical adjustments and player form potentially influencing the outcome, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. While Rochdale may hold the upper hand on paper, Scunthorpe will be keen to upset the odds, making for an unpredictable encounter.

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Rochdale
58.3%
Draw
22.6%
Scunthorpe
19.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.6 4.21 4.92
betsson 1.58 4.15 4.95
MarathonBet 1.58 4.2 4.94
WilliamHill 1.62 3.9 4.8
Pinnacle 1.6 3.92 5.09

Latest Results

25.04.26 Rochdale AFC – York City – 1:1
18.04.26 Braintree Town – Rochdale AFC – 1:2
11.04.26 Rochdale AFC – Wealdstone – 2:1
06.04.26 Hartlepool United – Rochdale AFC – 0:0
03.04.26 Rochdale AFC – Morecambe – 2:4
28.04.26 Scunthorpe United – Southend United – 1:0
25.04.26 Scunthorpe United – Eastleigh FC – 0:1
18.04.26 Wealdstone – Scunthorpe United – 1:1
11.04.26 Scunthorpe United – Brackley Town – 1:0
06.04.26 Gateshead – Scunthorpe United – 2:0

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rochdale won 2.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Scunthorpe may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Rochdale is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Rochdale won 6 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 28:27. (average 1.6:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rochdale won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 13:11. (average 1.6:1.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.03.26 Scunthorpe United – Rochdale AFC – 2:2
    17.02.26 Rochdale AFC – Scunthorpe United – 1:1
    19.07.22 Scunthorpe United – Rochdale AFC – 1:4
    19.02.22 Scunthorpe United – Rochdale AFC – 1:2
    14.08.21 Rochdale AFC – Scunthorpe United – 0:0

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Quarter-finals

    1 Rochdale (2) Bye
    2 Scunthorpe (5) Southend (6) 1 : 0
    3 Carlisle (3) Bye
    4 Boreham Wood (4) Forest Green (7)

    Semi-finals

    1 Rochdale (2) Scunthorpe (5)
    2 Carlisle (3) TBD #4

    Final

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2

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