Doncaster Rovers FC

Doncaster Rovers Football Club, commonly known as Doncaster Rovers or simply Rovers, is a professional football club based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England. Founded in 1879, the club has a long and storied history in the English football league system. Currently, they compete in EFL League Two, the fourth tier of English football.

Stadium: Eco-Power Stadium

• Capacity: 15,231
• Opened: 2007
• Previous Ground: Belle Vue (1922–2007)
• Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Club History & Achievements

• Football League Third Division Champions (1965–66)
• Football League Fourth Division/League Two Champions (3)
  • 1965–66
  • 1997–98
  • 2003–04
• League One Playoff Winners (2007–08) – Earned promotion to the Championship after defeating Leeds United in the final.
• Football League Trophy Winners (2006–07) – Won at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff.

Club Identity & Rivalries

• Nickname: Rovers
• Club Colors: Red and white
• Fierce Rivalries:
  • Rotherham United – A South Yorkshire derby.
  • Barnsley – Another intense local rivalry.
  • Scunthorpe United – Known as the M180 Derby.
  • Sheffield Wednesday & Sheffield United – Local Yorkshire clashes.

Notable Players & Managers

• James Coppinger: A club legend who made over 600 appearances for Doncaster.
• Billy Sharp: A prolific goalscorer who had multiple spells at the club.
• Sean O’Driscoll (Manager): Led Doncaster to the Championship in 2008 with an attractive style of football.
• Darren Moore (Manager): Former West Brom and Sheffield Wednesday boss who guided the club through strong League One campaigns.

Recent Years & Future Ambitions

After a brief spell in the Championship, Doncaster has faced challenges but remains a competitive force in League Two. With a strong fanbase and a modern stadium, the club aims to regain promotion and push towards the higher tiers of English football once again.