League Two 2010 Play-off Final Preview - Dag & Red v the Millers

Last updated : 29 May 2010 By Deano
Football League Play-Offs
Dagenham & Redbridge v Rotherham United
30 May 2010, Wembley, 3pm
So, it's finally here after much anticipation and with MillersMAD flooded this week with users young, old and from new accounts to those with old hat (not mine of course) - there's been a feeling of unity around after what can best be described as a frustrating season.

BUT, we want to keep the feeling of positivity going and ask everyone gonig tomorrow to sing your hearts out, wave your flags, and make the East end of Wembley into a sea of red.

The squad of course headed South on Friday morning after their send off in All Saints Square on Thursday afternoon, and have been using Barnet's training facilities. Both sides cannot train on the Wembley surface, if you've watched todays League One play-off like Ronnie and the boys did then you'll see why.

Injury wise, there's a reported doubt over Nick Fenton today which would mean a shift from midfield for big Pabs and loanee Josh Walker coming into midfield. Ryan Taylor, who has this week told of his delight at being back a rejuvinated player from his loan at Exeter, should continue to partner Alfie up top.

Boss Moore is taking nothing for granted despite having a reasonably settled side in recent weeks, saying just a few days ago: "We've beaten Dagenham home and away this season but that won't count for anything on Sunday.

"Just look at what happened against Aldershot. I can't remember the last time we beat Aldershot and then we beat them twice when it counts. It is all about who prepares right and produces on the day."

All the key interviews with the men that matter are on our homepage for you if you need a refresher or have missed any of the build up this week.

At Dag. & Red. (3)At Rotherham U. (3)
ResultsTotal%ResultsTotal%
Dag. & Red.00.00Rotherham U.266.67
Rotherham U.266.67Dag. & Red.00.00
Draws133.33Draws133.33
GoalsTotalAv.pgGoalsTotalAv.pg
Dag. & Red.10.33Rotherham U.51.67
Rotherham U.41.33Dag. & Red.20.67
On Neutral Ground (0)Overall (6 matches)
ResultsTotal%ResultsTotal%
Dag. & Red.00.00Dag. & Red.00.00
Rotherham U.00.00Rotherham U.466.67
Draws00.00Draws233.33
GoalsTotalAv.pgGoalsTotalAv.pg
Dag. & Red.00.00Dag. & Red.30.50
Rotherham U.00.00Rotherham U.91.50
Records
Highest Aggregate3Rotherham U. 2 - 1Dag. & Red.2007/2008
Highest Dag. & Red. score:1Rotherham U. 1 - 1Dag. & Red.2008/2009
Highest Rotherham U. score:2Rotherham U. 2 - 0Dag. & Red.2009/2010
SeasonDateHomeScoreAwayCompetition
2009/2010Sat 13 MarDag. & Red.0 - 1Rotherham U.League Two
Tue 09 FebRotherham U.2 - 0Dag. & Red.League Two
2008/2009Sat 03 JanRotherham U.1 - 1Dag. & Red.League Two
Sat 27 SepDag. & Red.1 - 1Rotherham U.League Two
2007/2008Sat 19 AprRotherham U.2 - 1Dag. & Red.League Two
Sat 27 OctDag. & Red.0 - 2Rotherham U.League Two


The Daggers will be a very tough nut to crack,and possess key men all over the pitch. Captain Mark Arber has vast experience with his time at Barnet and other clubs, the midfield ticks over with the craft of Danny Green who also has a long throw whilst the goals come in the form mainly of Josh Scott and Paul Benson.

Playing at the highest level so far in League Two since their formation in 1992, manager John Still leads his side out for their second appearance at Wembley after a previous FA Trophy loss to Woking.

Still, who knows the lower divisions and non-league circuit better than anyone and has used his knowledge to craft a side together on a shoestring budget, has just one injury concern from a safe passage through the semi's against Morecambe, with a 6-0 first leg demolishion to boot.

Winger Peter Gain is a doubt with a torn fibre in his calf, and is rated as 50/50.

The referee for the day is James Linington from the Isle of Wight.
Earlier this season James ironically took charge of the Millers league game at Dagenham where they came out 1-0 victors.

For all the key figures on the ref, click HERE.


All that's left for us to say is have a safe trip, enjoy the day, the walk up Wembley way and lets bring promotion back up North, Up the Millers.


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