Yorkshire Derby Delight: Huddersfield vs Doncaster Preview
Midweek football brings a tasty Yorkshire derby as Huddersfield Town host Doncaster Rovers. While both sides have enjoyed decent starts to their respective campaigns, it's Doncaster who arrive at the Accu Stadium brimming with confidence.
Rovers Riding High
Doncaster's return to League One couldn't have gone much better. Seven points from their first three league games is a fantastic return, highlighted by a dramatic late win against Mansfield. But the real shock came in the League Cup, where they dismantled Championship side Middlesbrough 4-0, despite making eleven changes! This stunning victory will undoubtedly fuel their belief as they travel to face Huddersfield.
With over two thousand travelling fans expected, Doncaster will be aiming for their third consecutive away win this season, extending their unbeaten away run to five games. They'll be confident of upsetting the odds against a Huddersfield side feeling the pressure after a recent setback.
Huddersfield's Home Jitters
Huddersfield Town began brightly after a disappointing end to the previous season, securing impressive wins against both opening day and Reading in week two. However, their momentum was halted by a surprise 3-2 defeat to Blackpool last Saturday. What makes this result even more concerning is that Blackpool played with ten men for almost an hour!
Pressure on the New Boss
This derby clash represents a significant test for rookie manager Lee Grant. Can he galvanize his team after the Blackpool defeat? The omens aren't great, as Doncaster are unbeaten in their last nine encounters with Huddersfield, a run dating back to 2005.
Bookmakers favour Huddersfield, pricing them at around 10/11. But given Doncaster's form and Huddersfield's recent wobble, an upset could be on the cards. This is a match you don't want to miss!