Read our Rochdale vs Oldham prediction with betting tips, probable lineups, and odds ahead of Saturday's English League Two clash at Crown Oil Arena.
Rochdale vs Oldham Match Summary
Competition | English League Two |
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Match Date | Saturday 19 September 2026 |
Match Time | 12:30 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Rochdale, Crown Oil Arena |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | Sky Sports+ |
A local derby with an edge, as Rochdale host Oldham at the Crown Oil Arena for the Ernie Cooksey Trophy, played in tribute to the former midfielder who turned out for both clubs.
Rochdale sit rock bottom of the League Two table and come into this one on the back of a stubborn point at Walsall, but Ian Watson's side have won just one of their last seven in all competitions.
Oldham arrive as the favourites, though the visitors have work to do after back-to-back League Two defeats. Their away following has sold out the allocation for the trip across the borough.
There is history here too, with Oldham having won their last three away matches against Rochdale in all competitions, and this is a fixture that rarely opens up.
Rochdale vs Oldham Form
Rochdale are propping up the League Two table, rock bottom of the 24 for both standing and form. Watson's side have won just one of their last seven in all competitions, though they dug in impressively at Walsall, facing 24 shots yet escaping with a point. Protecting a lead is their standout trait, but Elliot Dieseruvwe remains the man they lean on up top.
Oldham travel in far healthier shape, sitting 14th for both standing and form. The Latics carry a genuine threat, having clocked up six or more shots on target in three of their last four League Two matches. Micky Mellon's side have lost their last two, though, and creating chances through individual skill is a strength. Calum Kavanagh has recorded a shot on target in each of his last four appearances.
Rochdale vs Oldham Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Rochdale: W. Jenkins (Injured/out), C. Pettit (Injured/out), R. East (Injured/out), E. Ebanks-Landell (Injured/out), S. Beckwith (Unfit)
Oldham: J. Stevens (Injured/out)
Rochdale
It is a threadbare picture for Rochdale, with five players set to miss out including the injured Will Jenkins, Cameron Pettit, Riley East and Ethan Ebanks-Landell, plus the unfit Sam Beckwith. Ed Francis is available again after a one-match ban, and Watson could recall Jonny Smith out wide.
Oldham
Oldham are in much better shape, with Jack Stevens their only injury concern. Mellon could make a defensive change by recalling centre-back Manny Monthe, giving him plenty of options as he weighs up his backline for the short trip.
Rochdale vs Oldham Predicted Lineup
Rochdale
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: N. Ramming; C. Tasker, K. Wilson, A. Flint, D. Moss; H. Gilmour, B. Adeeko; L. Hannant, D. Brown, J. Smith; E. Dieseruvwe
Oldham
Formation: 4-4-1-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: M. Hudson; G. Scott-Morriss, M. Monthé, D. Daniels, J. Robson; F. Fawunmi, K. Appiah-Forson, O. Norburn, K. Drummond; C. Kavanagh; M. Fondop
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Rochdale vs Oldham Key Stats & Match Facts
Rochdale have seen under 2.5 goals in seven of their last eight matches against Oldham in all competitions.
Oldham have won their last three away matches against Rochdale in all competitions.
Oldham have had 6+ shots on target in three of their last four League Two matches.
There have been 10+ shots on target in three of Oldham's last four League Two matches.
Calum Kavanagh has attempted 2+ shots in four of his last four League Two appearances.
Rochdale vs Oldham Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: This has the makings of a tight, low-scoring afternoon between two out-of-sorts sides, but Oldham look to have enough quality to edge it. Our prediction is a 2-1 win for the visitors, with both teams finding the net.
Best Bets
Oldham to win against Rochdale in the Win Market. Oldham are clear favourites here, carrying a just over 50% implied probability against a Rochdale side rooted to the bottom of the table, shorn of five first-team players and beaten in each of their last three home meetings with the Latics.
Gus Scott-Morriss to record over 0.5 shots on target in the Player Shots On Target market. Oldham's attack-minded right-sided defender gets forward at every opportunity and carries close to a coin-flip implied probability of testing the keeper, offering real appeal against a Rochdale backline missing bodies.
Rochdale vs Oldham Bet Builder
Our three-leg bet builder leans on the away side, backing Oldham to win, Mike Fondop-Talom to score anytime and both teams to find the net at the Crown Oil Arena.
Oldham to win is the sensible anchor here, with the Latics clear favourites against a Rochdale side stuck at the foot of the table and badly short on numbers.
Mike Fondop-Talom leads the line as Oldham's main focal point in attack, the man tasked with generating and finishing the visitors' scoring chances.
Both teams to score is supported by Oldham's attacking output, with 10+ total shots on target recorded in three of their last four League Two outings pointing to goals at both ends.
Kavanagh's relentless pressing and shooting, having attempted 2+ shots in each of his last four League Two appearances, ties the whole ticket together and keeps defences honest throughout.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 5/1 and is as short as 17/4 elsewhere.
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Rochdale vs Oldham Talking Points
This is a fixture heavy on context. Rochdale appointed Ian Watson as head coach on a three-year deal back in June, and he inherits a side propping up the table and battling to find form. Oldham, meanwhile, are managed by Micky Mellon, who guided the Latics up from the National League in May 2025 and now returns to a familiar Lancashire derby. With the Ernie Cooksey Trophy on the line and a sold-out away end, expect the atmosphere to bite even if the recent meetings between these two have tended towards the cagey, low-scoring end of the spectrum.
Rochdale vs Oldham Predictions FAQs
When is the Rochdale vs Oldham English League Two game?
The match kicks off on Saturday 19 September 2026 at 12:30 UK time.
Where is Rochdale vs Oldham being played?
The match is being played at the Crown Oil Arena in Rochdale.
Where can I watch Rochdale vs Oldham?
The fixture is being broadcast live on Sky Sports+.
What competition is Rochdale vs Oldham in?
Rochdale vs Oldham is an English League Two fixture.
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