Burton Albion vs Rotherham United: Match Prediction, Team News, Lineups

Burton Albion and Rotherham United are set to clash at the Pirelli Stadium on Tuesday night. Both teams are desperate for points to escape the relegation zone in League One.

Match Overview

Burton Albion recently suffered a setback, being eliminated from the FA Cup by West Ham United, extending their winless streak to six matches. Manager Gary Bowyer hopes the team’s performance against a higher-tier opponent can inspire them in their league campaign.

In their last league match, Burton showed resilience by coming from behind to secure a draw against Port Vale, thanks to Jake Beesley’s two goals. Currently, the Brewers sit in the relegation zone, one point away from safety, and have amassed 32 points from 30 league matches.

Rotherham United’s Struggles

Rotherham United also faces challenges as they approach this fixture, needing vital points to avoid relegation. In their last outing, they suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to league leaders Cardiff City despite having a player advantage for most of the match. This defeat marked their 14th of the season, and they are currently two points adrift of safety with 31 points from their 30 matches.

However, they did demonstrate their capability by winning their prior two matches, concluding January with an impressive 4-0 victory over Exeter City. Rotherham will aim to rekindle this form against Burton Albion.

Previous Encounters

This match marks the second league meeting between the two clubs this season. In their initial meeting in November, they played to a 2-2 draw.

Team News

Burton Albion may need to adjust their lineup after Sebastian Revan was substituted early in their last game. Long-term absentees Charlie Webster and Finn Delap have resumed training but are not yet match-ready. Jake Beesley, who recently scored twice, is expected to retain his starting position.

Rotherham United, on the other hand, has a more extended break and can maintain the same starting XI if desired. However, they will miss Daniel Gore and Jordan Hugill due to a knee injury that is likely to sideline Hugill for approximately eight weeks.

Possible Lineups

Match Prediction

This encounter promises to be a tightly contested affair. With both teams under pressure, we anticipate a close match that may end in a 1-1 draw, allowing both sides to secure a crucial point.