Burton Albion vs Rotherham United: Match Preview, Predictions & Lineups

On Tuesday night, Burton Albion will host Rotherham United at the Pirelli Stadium in a crucial League One clash. Both teams are desperate for points to escape the relegation zone.

Match Preview: Burton Albion vs Rotherham United

Burton Albion faces Rotherham United after enduring a challenging period. The Brewers recently exited the FA Cup, losing to West Ham United, and have not enjoyed a victory in their last six league matches. The team’s last league point came from a 2-2 draw against Port Vale, where Jake Beesley scored both goals for Burton.

Currently, Burton Albion sits in the relegation zone, a position that could amplify the pressure to perform. With 32 points from 30 matches, the team is just a point away from safety and must secure wins to maintain their League One status.

Rotherham United’s Struggles

Similarly, Rotherham United enters this match on shaky ground, having lost 3-0 to the league-leading Cardiff City, even with a numerical advantage for most of the game. This defeat marked their 14th of the season, leaving them with 31 points, two points adrift from safety.

Despite this setback, Rotherham had shown promise prior to this match, with a 4-0 victory at Exeter City and two wins in their previous three games. They will look to regain that momentum on Tuesday.

Previous Encounters

• Burton Albion and Rotherham United met earlier in the season, resulting in a 2-2 draw.

Form Overview

• Burton Albion League One form: W L L D L D
• Rotherham United League One form: L L D W W L

Team News

Burton Albion may see changes in their lineup due to injuries. Sebastian Revan was substituted early in their last match, and key players Charlie Webster and Finn Delap are unavailable but have recently returned to training. Jake Beesley, after scoring twice in his last league match, will likely retain his spot.

On the other hand, Rotherham United has had a longer break between games. However, they will miss Daniel Gore and Jordan Hugill due to injury concerns. Nonetheless, they are expected to field a consistent starting eleven.

Projected Lineups

Match Prediction

Given the current form of both teams, this match is anticipated to be tightly contested. With both teams seeking vital points to move out of the relegation zone, a draw seems likely.