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Cheltenham vs Rotherham - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
England
League Two Whaddon Road, Cheltenham 
Match Events
30'
30'
McCann C.
Assist: Broom R.
35'
35'
Spence K.
38'
38'
Tomkinson J.
AI Match Summary
The League Two game between Cheltenham and Rotherham finished 2-1, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Cheltenham.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
65%
20%
15%
Draw rate projection: 20% Favored: Cheltenham
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
65%
/ High Confidence
- Cheltenham carry the better recent record into this one.
- 65% — that's where the model lands on Cheltenham taking it.
- This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
- Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 99%
Over 1.5 Goals 88%
Over 2.5 Goals 25%
Over 3.5 Goals 22%
Over 4.5 Goals 10%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 36.400000000000006%
Cheltenham Clean Sheet 68%
Rotherham Clean Sheet 10%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Cheltenham | Rotherham |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 27 | 29 |
| Wins | 12 | 7 |
| Draws | 4 | 10 |
| Losses | 11 | 12 |
| Goals Scored | 1.59 | 1.14 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.78 | 1.59 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.94 | 1.50 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Aug 15, 2026 League Two
Cheltenham vs Rotherham
2:1
Nov 2, 2024 FA Cup
Rotherham vs Cheltenham
1:3
Jan 22, 2022 League One
Rotherham vs Cheltenham
1:0
Oct 2, 2021 League One
Cheltenham vs Rotherham
0:2
Mar 16, 2013 League Two
Cheltenham vs Rotherham
3:0
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Cheltenham Compare
Top Goalscorer McCann C.
1 Goals Assists Leader Evans J.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.49
Avg xA / game 0.97
Rotherham Compare
Top Goalscorer Buyabu J.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 1.36
Avg xA / game 0.83
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Cheltenham 50 / 100
Rotherham 26 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Cheltenham Rotherham
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Cheltenham Win (1)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS No
Correct Score 1:0
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Cheltenham found the back of the net in 81% of recent matches (27 games).
Rotherham has conceded goals in 83% of their last 29 outings.
Historical meetings average 2.60 goals per match.
Cheltenham has registered 3 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Scoring Trends
Cheltenham VS Rotherham
1.5 Goals Scored 1
2 Goals Conceded 2.38
88% Over 1.5 88%
63% Over 2.5 63%
50% Over 3.5 50%
Recent Form & Match History
Cheltenham
(Home) 31 Oct
Tranmere
3 : 1 Cheltenham
24 Oct
Cheltenham
1 : 0 Newport
20 Oct
Cheltenham
4 : 2 Fleetwood Town
17 Oct
Oldham
4 : 1 Cheltenham
13 Oct
Cheltenham
3 : 2 Tottenham U21
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24 Oct
Cheltenham
1 : 0 Newport
20 Oct
Cheltenham
4 : 2 Fleetwood Town
13 Oct
Cheltenham
3 : 2 Tottenham U21
10 Oct
Cheltenham
0 : 2 Salford
26 Sept
Cheltenham
2 : 1 Chesterfield
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Rotherham
(Away) 03 Nov
Rotherham
0 : 1 Newcastle Utd U21
31 Oct
Swindon
2 : 1 Rotherham
24 Oct
Rotherham
3 : 3 Shrewsbury
20 Oct
Rotherham
2 : 2 Newport
17 Oct
Fleetwood Town
2 : 0 Rotherham
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31 Oct
Swindon
2 : 1 Rotherham
17 Oct
Fleetwood Town
2 : 0 Rotherham
03 Oct
Exeter
1 : 0 Rotherham
22 Sept
York City
1 : 2 Rotherham
19 Sept
Northampton
0 : 1 Rotherham
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League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salford | 14 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 25:15 | 31 |
| 2 | Barnet | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 3 | Walsall | 13 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 21:12 | 22 |
| 4 | Crewe | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 17:17 | 22 |
| 5 | Cheltenham | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 23:25 | 21 |
| 6 | Grimsby | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 24:18 | 20 |
| 7 | York City | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 24:21 | 20 |
| 8 | Gillingham | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20:19 | 20 |
| 9 | Accrington | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 23:17 | 19 |
| 10 | Chesterfield | 14 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 24:21 | 19 |
| 11 | Tranmere | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 19:17 | 19 |
| 12 | Exeter | 14 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 13 | Swindon | 14 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 15:17 | 19 |
| 14 | Newport | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 20:17 | 18 |
| 15 | Shrewsbury | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 17:22 | 18 |
| 16 | Fleetwood Town | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 18:18 | 17 |
| 17 | Bristol Rovers | 14 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 17:23 | 16 |
| 18 | Oldham | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 15:19 | 15 |
| 19 | Port Vale | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 20 | Rochdale | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 21 | Northampton | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 9:10 | 14 |
| 22 | Rotherham | 14 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 18:25 | 12 |
| 23 | Colchester | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 12:19 | 12 |
| 24 | Crawley Town | 12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 13:21 | 9 |
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