Rotherham United vs Chesterfield predictions, Aug 29, 2026

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As Rotherham United prepares to host Chesterfield in this English League Two clash on August 29, 2026, both teams find themselves struggling for form. Rotherham has secured only one win in their last five outings, indicating potential vulnerabilities in their defense and attacking strategy. Similarly, Chesterfield, with just one victory in the same timeframe, will be looking to shake off their recent inconsistencies.

From a tactical perspective, Rotherham’s approach has often centered around utilizing their home advantage, which historically has boosted their performance. However, recent results suggest they may need to enhance their attacking fluidity to break down Chesterfield’s resilient backline. Conversely, Chesterfield will aim to exploit Rotherham’s defensive frailties on the counter, seeking to capitalize on any lack of concentration.

The bookmakers have set odds reflecting a tight contest, with Rotherham at 2.81 and Chesterfield slightly favored at 2.37. Our model predicts a close encounter, favoring a 39.2% chance of an away win, compared to a 33% chance for the home side and a 27.8% chance of a draw. Ultimately, while the match may be evenly poised, both teams must find a way to overcome their respective struggles to secure critical points.

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Rotherham 32.7%

Draw 27.6%

Chesterfield 39.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.87	3.30	2.35
	2.82	3.53	2.39
	2.9	3.3	2.32
	2.81	3.4	2.36	Watch and Bet
	2.75	3.45	2.3
	2.81	3.34	2.37
	2.8	3.3	2.31

Latest Results

22.08.26 Rotherham United – York City – 1:1 15.08.26 Cheltenham Town – Rotherham United – 2:1 08.08.26 Rotherham United – West Bromwich Albion – 1:4 04.08.26 Rotherham United – Derby County – 1:1 28.07.26 Darlington FC – Rotherham United – 0:2

22.08.26 Salford City – Chesterfield – 0:1 15.08.26 Chesterfield – Fleetwood Town – 0:1 08.08.26 Fleetwood Town – Chesterfield – 1:0 31.07.26 Scunthorpe United – Chesterfield – 1:1 14.07.26 FC Halifax Town – Chesterfield – 3:2

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rotherham won 4.

Rotherham has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Chesterfield is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Recently, Chesterfield has had a series of away games.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Rotherham won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 9:5. (average 1.5:0.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Rotherham won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 2:2. (average 1:1).

Latest Head To Head

14.01.25 Chesterfield – Rotherham United – 0:1 penalties 20.07.19 Chesterfield – Rotherham United – 1:2 03.10.17 Rotherham United – Chesterfield – 1:2 25.07.17 Chesterfield – Rotherham United – 1:3 16.02.13 Rotherham United – Chesterfield – 1:0

Standings

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Barnet	2	2	0	0	6:2	4	6
2	Crewe	2	2	0	0	2:0	2	6
3	Walsall	2	1	1	0	3:0	3	4
4	Tranmere	2	1	1	0	3:1	2	4
5	Colchester	2	1	1	0	4:3	1	4
6	York City	2	1	1	0	4:3	1	4
7	Swindon	2	1	1	0	2:1	1	4
8	Grimsby	2	1	1	0	1:0	1	4
9	Fleetwood	2	1	1	0	1:0	1	4
10	Bristol Rovers	2	1	0	1	7:6	1	3
11	Newport	2	1	0	1	6:5	1	3
12	Oldham	2	1	0	1	3:2	1	3
13	Exeter	2	1	0	1	2:1	1	3
14	Cheltenham	2	1	0	1	3:3	0	3
15	Crawley	2	1	0	1	2:2	0	3
16	Chesterfield	2	1	0	1	1:1	0	3
17	Rotherham	2	0	1	1	2:3	-1	1
18	Northampton	2	0	1	1	0:1	-1	1
19	Accrington	2	0	1	1	2:4	-2	1
20	Port Vale	2	0	1	1	1:3	-2	1
21	Gillingham	2	0	1	1	0:3	-3	1
22	Salford	2	0	0	2	1:4	-3	0
23	Rochdale	2	0	0	2	1:5	-4	0
24	Shrewsbury	2	0	0	2	1:5	-4	0

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