Stockport set the pace at Edgeley Park as Rotherham stumble
Stockport County arrive at Edgeley Park riding a clear wave of momentum in League One, and the numbers make a persuasive case for home advantage to tell on Saturday. Sitting fourth with 42 points from 25 matches, Stockport have been effective in front of goal and reasonably solid at the back — 34 scored and 30 conceded across the campaign — and their recent run includes wins over Huddersfield and a cup victory against Harrogate Town where Josh Stokes was the standout performer. Rotherham, by stark contrast, are mired in a crisis of confidence: 22 points from 24 matches and a run of results that reads poorly, with just one win in the last ten outings and heavy defeats piling up in recent fixtures.
Form and statistical edges
The underlying numbers favor Stockport. They average more total shots and dangerous attacks per match, and have recorded eight clean sheets so far — an indicator that they can grind out results at home. Rotherham’s attack has struggled to find consistency away from home; their goals scored away are low, and they have conceded more than they have scored overall. The head-to-head earlier this season already showed Stockport can get the better of Rotherham, with a 1-0 victory when the teams met in September. At Edgeley Park, Stockport’s blend of attacking intent and defensive resilience, combined with Rotherham’s alarming string of losses, suggests a one-sided affair on paper.
Match dynamics and what to expect
Expect Stockport to control tempo and territory. Their averages for attacks and shots show they like to press and create chances, while Rotherham look vulnerable to conceding in spells — recent heavy defeats underline that fragility. Both teams have been involved in a fair share of goals across the season, but Rotherham’s away goal return is modest and their recent form suggests they may struggle to break down a confident home side. Edgeley Park’s capacity and home comfort will further tip the scales toward the hosts.
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Betting suggestion I recommend a straightforward 1X2 play: back Stockport County to win. The bookmakers make Stockport strong favorites and the form, home statistics, and recent H2H point convincingly in their direction. Stake conservatively due to the low odds and always manage your bankroll — a measured wager on Stockport to win is the clearest value here.
