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Doncaster suffers defeat in Accrington after a chaotic match
Accrington Stanley defeated Doncaster Rovers 2-3 in a thrilling encounter at the Wham Stadium, Accrington, Lancashire, on February 22nd, 2025. The match, corresponding to matchday 33 of League Two, was marked by a high number of cards and goals on both sides.
Doncaster took the lead early with a goal from H. Clifton in the 2nd minute, assisted by J. Gibson. However, Accrington responded and equalised through S. Conneely in the 57th minute, assisted by B. Woods. Doncaster conceded an own goal by B. Ward in the 61st minute, giving the home side the advantage. Despite Accrington’s territorial dominance (59% possession), Doncaster created more chances (7 shots to 6), but efficiency proved decisive. The match concluded with a victory for Accrington, despite the late sending off of P. Kelly. Accrington finished the game with 5 yellow cards, while Doncaster accumulated 6.
Substitutions accrington st: at minute 34 J. Woods came in and S. Aljofree went out., at minute 69 C. Brown came in and T. Walton went out., at minute 70 A. Henderson came in and C. O’Brien went out., at minute 70 C. Grant came in and C. Caton went out.
Substitutions doncaster: at minute 66 E. Ennis came in and J. Gibson went out., at minute 66 P. Kelly came in and G. Broadbent went out., at minute 66 J. Ironside came in and R. Street went out., at minute 90 B. Sharp came in and L. Molyneux went out., at minute 90 R. Wood came in and E. Ennis went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Accrington ST
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