Huddersfield v Rotherham Match Report & Stats: 0-0 – Defensive Steel in Yorkshire Derby

January 4, 2025 at 6:35 pm GMT+0
CompetitionEFL League One
DateSaturday, January 4, 2025
TeamsHuddersfield Town v Rotherham United
Final Score0-0

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

MetricHuddersfieldRotherham
Expected Goals (xG)2.010.88
Ball Possession (%)5842
Goal Attempts2311
Shots on Goal93
Big Chances33
Corner Kicks63
Clearances3340
Tackles Won (%)6288

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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