Plymouth Argyle vs Doncaster Rovers: match statistics
Plymouth Argyle has shown solid form in the last five matches with a record of 3 wins and 9 points, translating to 1.8 points per game. The hosts possess an advantage in offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 1.29 goals per home match with a higher xG (1.48) than Doncaster away (1.23 xG). Doncaster Rovers faces serious issues in away games, losing 59% of matches and failing to score in 47% of games, which constitutes a significant weakness given their -15 goal difference on the road. Additionally, Plymouth has better shot conversion at home (10% vs 8%) and more shots on target on average (4.18 vs 3.59). Considering all statistical parameters, the hosts' advantage is distinct, though their own home goal difference (-4) and 47% loss rate in home matches suggest this will not be an easy victory.
Plymouth Argyle vs Doncaster Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Plymouth Argyle played Doncaster Rovers in EFL League One (England). The match was played on 7 March 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Current form
Plymouth Argyle: 3-0-2, 1.80 points/match. Doncaster Rovers: 3-0-2, 1.80 points/match.
Goal statistics
Plymouth Argyle scores 1.44 and concedes 1.47 goals per match. Doncaster Rovers scores 1.09 and concedes 1.67. League average: 2.61 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Plymouth Argyle 47%, Doncaster Rovers 52%. Over 2.5: Plymouth Argyle 50%, Doncaster Rovers 55%. League level: BTTS 52%, Over 2.5 50%.
xG, shots and style
Plymouth Argyle has higher xG: 1.43 vs 1.34. Plymouth Argyle: 12.9 shots per match, Doncaster Rovers: 12.3.
Match halves
Plymouth Argyle: half-time lead 32%, second-half goals 0.74. Doncaster Rovers: half-time lead 27%, second-half goals 0.48.
Goals by minute
Plymouth Argyle: 31-45+ (12 goals). Doncaster Rovers: 31-45+ (8 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
League One: 2.61 goals per match, BTTS 52%, Over 2.5 50%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 1-0-0. Average goals 6.00, BTTS 100%.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Plymouth Argyle has shown solid form in the last five matches with a record of 3 wins and 9 points, translating to 1.8 points per game. The hosts possess an advantage in offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 1.29 goals per home match with a higher xG (1.48) than Doncaster away (1.23 xG). Doncaster Rovers faces serious issues in away games, losing 59% of matches and failing to score in 47% of games, which constitutes a significant weakness given their -15 goal difference on the road. Additionally, Plymouth has better shot conversion at home (10% vs 8%) and more shots on target on average (4.18 vs 3.59). Considering all statistical parameters, the hosts' advantage is distinct, though their own home goal difference (-4) and 47% loss rate in home matches suggest this will not be an easy victory.
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Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Plymouth Argyle | Doncaster Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 29% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.30 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Plymouth Argyle is 32% better for: goals scored per match.
1.44 goals / match - Plymouth Argyle · 1.09 goals / match - Doncaster Rovers
Plymouth Argyle is 14% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.47 goals / match - Plymouth Argyle · 1.67 goals / match - Doncaster Rovers
Plymouth Argyle scores in 74% of matches (25 of 34 matches), while Doncaster Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 21% (7 of 33 matches).
Doncaster Rovers scores in 70% of matches (23 of 33 matches), while Plymouth Argyle keeps a clean sheet in 26% (9 of 34 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Plymouth Argyle
Over / Under - Doncaster Rovers
1st half
2nd half
Match halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Plymouth Argyle - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 32% of matches and wins 41%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Doncaster Rovers - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 27% of matches and wins 33%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.6 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.60 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals in match | 2.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.20 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| Average goals in match | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -5 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (12 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (13). Late-goal balance (76-90): -7 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Plymouth Argyle
Doncaster Rovers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Plymouth Argyle | Liga | Doncaster Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▲ 2.91 | 2.61 | ▲ 2.76 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 47% | 52% | • 52% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 50% | 50% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | • 26% | 27% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 76% | 69% | ▼ 64% |
| Goal after half-time | • 82% | 81% | • 82% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Previous meeting: Plymouth Argyle 1 - 0 - 0 Doncaster Rovers. Average goals 6.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Plymouth Argyle vs Doncaster Rovers?
The EFL League One match finished Plymouth Argyle 2:1 Doncaster Rovers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Plymouth Argyle vs Doncaster Rovers?
Plymouth Argyle score 1.44 goals per game on average and Doncaster Rovers 1.09. The EFL League One average is 2.61 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 47% of Plymouth Argyle's matches and 52% of Doncaster Rovers's.
What form are Plymouth Argyle and Doncaster Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Plymouth Argyle have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Doncaster Rovers 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Plymouth Argyle vs Doncaster Rovers?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.