Huddersfield v Rotherham Match Report & Stats: 0-0 – Defensive Steel in Yorkshire Derby
| Competition | EFL League One |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, January 4, 2025 |
| Teams | Huddersfield Town v Rotherham United |
| Final Score | 0-0 |
Huddersfield v Rotherham Match Report
Huddersfield and Rotherham played out a goalless draw in an intense Yorkshire derby at the John Smith’s Stadium. Despite the hosts dominating possession, Rotherham’s defensive organisation, led by Cameron Humphreys and the centre-back duo of Hakeem Odoffin and Zak Jules, ensured the Millers left with a valuable point.
Huddersfield, unbeaten in their last 13 League One matches, started the brighter side, with their wing-backs driving the attack. However, Rotherham’s resilience and well-drilled backline restricted clear-cut opportunities.
Rotherham, buoyed by their 1-0 victory over Lincoln last week, executed Steve Evans’ counter-attacking plan effectively. Though they rarely threatened, their structure nullified the Terriers’ attacking thrust, leaving the game without goals.
Key Moments
- 4’: Early blow for Huddersfield as Ollie Turton was forced off injured, replaced by Nigel Lonwijk.
- 31’: Rotherham’s Zak Jules earned a booking for a late challenge as the Millers looked to keep Huddersfield at bay.
- 82’: Ruben Roosken was sent off, leaving Huddersfield with ten men
Stats at a Glance
| Metric | Huddersfield | Rotherham |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.01 | 0.88 |
| Ball Possession (%) | 58 | 42 |
| Goal Attempts | 23 | 11 |
| Shots on Goal | 9 | 3 |
| Big Chances | 3 | 3 |
| Corner Kicks | 6 | 3 |
| Clearances | 33 | 40 |
| Tackles Won (%) | 62 | 88 |
Lineups
Huddersfield Town (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Chapman
- Defenders: Lees, Helik (C), Lonwijk
- Midfielders: Spencer, Wiles, Hodge, Kane, Koroma
- Forwards: Marshall, Radulovic
- Substitutes: Pearson, Roosken, Bramall
Rotherham United (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Phillips
- Defenders: Rafferty, Odoffin (C), Jules, James
- Midfielders: Humphreys, McWilliams, MacDonald
- Forwards: Nombe, Powell, Wilks
- Substitutes: Evans, Green, Clarke-Harris
Evaluation of Pre-Match Tips
Prediction: Double Chance – Draw/Rotherham
✅ Correct
The prediction of Rotherham avoiding defeat was spot on, as the Millers' disciplined defensive performance secured a hard-earned point.
Analysis
- Huddersfield controlled the tempo with superior possession and more shots on target, but their finishing lacked precision.
- Rotherham’s defensive structure was outstanding, with Cameron Humphreys excelling in a hybrid defensive-midfield role.
- The Millers' ability to soak up pressure and frustrate Huddersfield highlighted the rationale behind the betting tip.
This result further solidifies Rotherham's reputation as a tough opponent to break down, while Huddersfield will rue missed opportunities to claim all three points as strong favorites on leading UK betting sites.
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