Cold, wet, windy, totally out of form and having to face promotion-chasing Oxford orchestrated by former Rovers hero Herbie Kane. It felt like a daunting night in prospect.
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Another match, another milestone for James Coppinger as the influential midfielder made his 600th Rovers appearance. On the 26th minute the stadium rose as one to applause his achievement and sing his name. Had this been a Hollywood production then it would’ve ended with Coppinger winning the match with a wonder goal, but alas this isn’t the movies, this is League One. Continue reading “Doncaster Rovers 2-2 Oxford United: 250 word match report”
The Keepmoat Stadium was bathed in brilliant sunshine for the visit of Oxford United. The first half somewhat mirrored the lower table position of the two teams as there was plenty of promise from both camps, but also a distinct lack of quality in the final third. Couple that with a rather whistle-happy referee, and it all led to a pretty frustrating half. Continue reading “Doncaster Rovers 0-1 Oxford United: 250 word match report”
BAM! ZAP! POW! KASSAM! And to a glorious winter’s day in Oxfordshire for the clash of the Vikings and the U’s. Continue reading “Oxford United 1-0 Doncaster Rovers: 250 word match report”
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