Match report
Doncaster Secures Narrow Victory Over Milton Keynes Dons in League One Clash
Milton Keynes Dons
0–1
FT
Doncaster
Mar 7, 2020
Doncaster secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Milton Keynes Dons in a tightly contested League One match. The crucial goal came from J. Ramsey in the 67th minute, assisted by Jon Taylor. Despite several substitutions and yellow cards, Doncaster's resilience and solid defense held firm to claim the three points.
Key Facts
- • Doncaster defeats Milton Keynes Dons 1-0
- • J. Ramsey scores the winning goal at 67'
- • Jon Taylor provides the assist for the goal
- • Matty Blair and Madger Antonio make late substitutions
- • Milton Keynes Dons' A. Gilbey receives a yellow card
- • Doncaster's J. Wright, B. Whiteman, and Matty Blair also receive yellow cards
Lineups
Milton Keynes Dons
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 L. Nicholls (G)
- 3 D. Lewington (D)
- 15 J. Moore-Taylor (D)
- 2 G. Williams (D)
- 25 C. Brittain (D)
- 24 J. Houghton (M)
- 19 L. Thompson (M)
- 8 A. Gilbey (M)
- 29 D. Kasumu (M)
- 10 R. Healey (F)
- 23 C. Morris (F)
Substitutes
- 20 J. Mason
- 17 B. Gladwin
- 7 B. Reeves
- 5 R. Poole
- 13 A. Fisher
- 4 J. Walsh
- 18 C. McGrandles
Doncaster
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 24 T. Dieng (G)
- 4 T. Anderson (D)
- 5 J. Wright (D)
- 2 B. Halliday (D)
- 16 D. Amos (D)
- 7 K. Sadlier (M)
- 6 B. Sheaf (M)
- 8 B. Whiteman (M)
- 14 J. Ramsey (M)
- 44 D. Cole (F)
- 31 N. Ennis (M)
Substitutes
- 10 J. Taylor
- 12 Madger Antonio
- 17 M. Blair
- 18 J. Eyenga-Lokilo
- 15 A. Baptiste
- 26 J. Coppinger
- 13 L. Jones
Timeline
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51' Doncaster Card · Yellow CardJ. Wright -
55' Doncaster Card · Yellow CardB. Whiteman -
56' Doncaster subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Ennis · On: Jon Taylor -
58' Milton Keynes Dons Card · Yellow CardA. Gilbey -
59' Milton Keynes Dons subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Kasumu · On: J. Mason -
67' Doncaster Goal · Normal GoalJ. Ramsey · Assist: Jon Taylor -
71' Doncaster subst · Substitution 2Off: B. Sheaf · On: Madger Antonio -
75' Milton Keynes Dons subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Thompson · On: Ben Gladwin -
86' Milton Keynes Dons subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Moore-Taylor · On: B. Reeves -
87' Doncaster subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Ramsey · On: Matty Blair -
88' Doncaster Card · Yellow CardMatty Blair
Match Stats
| Stat | Milton Keynes Dons | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 78% |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 12 |
| Corners | 4 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 557 | 334 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 3 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 6 |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
| Accurate Passes | 469 | 259 |
| Shots Inside Box | 7 | 7 |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The match's momentum shifted in favor of Doncaster when J. Ramsey scored the decisive goal in the 67th minute, capitalizing on an assist from Jon Taylor
- ▸ Doncaster's strong defensive play and strategic substitutions, including the introduction of N. Ennis and B. Sheaf, helped maintain their lead until the final whistle