FootyMAD's Rochdale match preview

Last updated : 03 October 2009 By Footymad Previewer
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History of the Burton Albion v Rochdale fixture

Burton Albion play host to Rochdale at The Pirelli Stadium on Sunday afternoon, aiming to preserve their record of never having lost at home to the visitors. The two sides drew on their own previous meeting.

The only previous meeting between Burton Albion and Rochdale at was back in October 1999, over five years ago, when they played out a goalless draw in a F.A. Cup match.

For a detailed analysis of the head-to-head between the two sides, click here

Recent encounters between the teams:
1999/2000Tue 09 NovRochdale3 - 0Burton AlbionFAC
1999/2000Sat 30 OctBurton Albion0-0RochdaleFAC

Recent respective form guides

Burton Albion have managed to pick up just two wins from their last six home games, losing three, While Brewers have scored 10, a worringly large 13 have been leaked at the other end.

Rochdale have an average recent record on the road, with two wins, two draws, and two defeats. The Dale's have scored 9 goals in these games, but conceded an alarming 10.

Burton Albion see themselves just below half way in the Coca-Cola League Two, showing a record of 12 points from their 10 games played so far, Rochdale are currently occupying 2nd spot in their division, gaining 20 points from their 10 games.

For a detailed analysis of team form guides throughout the leagues, click here

Current form guides:PWDLFAP
Burton Albion60334103
Rochdale641114813

FootyMad's prediction ...

Its been an indifferent run of form for the Brewers of late, and things are not going to improve with the visit of Rochdale, who one believes will win this game handsomely. Away win

Sequence statistics:
Burton Albion Failed to win in previous 3 home matches.
Not won in the 6 most recent games.
Rochdale Undefeated in last 3 away games.
Won each of the previous 4 matches.
Last drawn game 5 outings ago.