Scunthorpe vs Rochdale: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Wednesday 25 March the National League brings Scunthorpe against Rochdale at Attis Arena. Kick-off: 20:45 WAT.
Current form
Scunthorpe, last 5: WLLLD Their latest outing: 2–1 win over Truro City, away. Goals for and against: 1.0 scored, 2.0 conceded per game.
Rochdale, last 5: LWDWD Their latest outing: 2–3 defeat to Southend, away. 2.2 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Momentum favours Rochdale, collecting 1.6 points per game to 0.8 for Scunthorpe.
Head to head
When they last met (17 Feb 2026) it ended Rochdale 1–1 Scunthorpe.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Scunthorpe 1.3 xG, Rochdale 1.7 xG – a total near 3.0. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 55% and GG at 62%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Scunthorpe 28%, draw 22%, Rochdale 50%.
GG/NG: GG (62%) at 1.62.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (77%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Scunthorpe 1–1 Rochdale. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Scunthorpe28%fair 3.58 · @3.35
Draw22%fair 4.53 · @3.45
Rochdale50%fair 2.00 · @1.95
3.02Expected goals
1.31Scunthorpe xG
1.71Rochdale xG
62%Both score
55%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
1–29%
0–18%
0–27%
2–17%
1–06%
From our goals model: Scunthorpe 1.3 – 1.7 Rochdale expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Team ratings (Betarazi)
Scunthorpe
Rochdale
Attack vs National League average
-17%
+5%
Goals conceded vs average
+16%
+1%
Our expected goals here
1.46
1.73
Our own ratings from every National League result in the last 14 months, recent games counting more. Attack +20% = scores 20% more than an average side; goals conceded −20% = a tighter defence than average. They feed into every chance on this page.
What is the prediction for Scunthorpe vs Rochdale?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Scunthorpe vs Rochdale?
On our numbers Scunthorpe have a 28% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Rochdale 50%.
How many goals will there be in Scunthorpe vs Rochdale?
We expect about 3.0 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 55% likely and both teams score 62% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Scunthorpe vs Rochdale?
Our predicted score is Scunthorpe 1–1 Rochdale, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.0 goals in total.
When is Scunthorpe vs Rochdale?
Scunthorpe vs Rochdale (National League) kicks off on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at 20:45 (West Africa Time) at Attis Arena.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.