History of the Rotherham United v Chesterfield fixture
Rotherham United are ready to welcome Chesterfield on Saturday afternoon to a packed New York Stadium, needing to improve on a poor historical record between the sides. The visitors have won 17 of the 37 previous games, with the Millers winning just 12.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012/2013 | Sat 25 Aug | Chesterfield | 1 - 1 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2010/2011 | Fri 18 Mar | Chesterfield | 5 - 0 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2010/2011 | Sat 25 Sep | Rotherham U. | 1-0 | Chesterfield | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Tue 26 Jan | Chesterfield | 0 - 1 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Sat 05 Sep | Rotherham U. | 3 - 1 | Chesterfield | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 21 Mar | Rotherham U. | 3 - 0 | Chesterfield | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 06 Sep | Chesterfield | 1 - 0 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Team News
The Millers welcome back David Noble after suspension and Craig Morgan from long term injury, but both players could occupy the bench following the 3-1 midweek win at Torquay.
Lee Frecklington and Claude Davis are expected to keep their places.
Michael O'Connor serves the second of a three game ban.
Chesterfield are without striker Marc Richards and will hand a start to veteran Jack Lester upfront.
Highly rated winger Tendayi Darikwa is missing for around a month with a hernia injury.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotherham United | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Chesterfield | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Rotherham United | 7 games since last home draw. Not drawn a match in their last 12 . |
| Chesterfield | Not won in previous 4 away matches. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here