Rotherham 5-1 Sunderland - Result & Match Stats (League One)

Rotherham vs Sunderland - result

Rotherham 5-1 Sunderland in League One at AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham on 30 October 2021. In their last 5 meetings, Rotherham have won 1, Sunderland 2, with 2 draws.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the score in Rotherham vs Sunderland?

Rotherham 5-1 Sunderland in League One on Saturday 30 October 2021 at AESSEAL New York Stadium.

Where was Rotherham vs Sunderland played?

Rotherham vs Sunderland was played at AESSEAL New York Stadium in Rotherham, the home ground of Rotherham.

What is Rotherham's recent form?

Rotherham's last five results read W W W D W (oldest to newest): 4 wins and 1 draw.

What is Sunderland's recent form?

Sunderland's last five results read W L W W L (oldest to newest): 3 wins and 2 losses.

What is the head-to-head record between Rotherham and Sunderland?

Across the last 5 meetings Rotherham have won 1, Sunderland have won 2 and 2 were drawn. The most recent was Rotherham United 1-1 Sunderland on 29 December 2023 in the Championship.

Who is the standout player for Rotherham?

Jili Buyabu leads Rotherham with 3 yellow cards across their last 10 games.

Who is the standout player for Sunderland?

Brian Brobbey leads Sunderland with 4 goals across their last 10 games.

Who is the referee for Rotherham vs Sunderland?

David Rock refereed Rotherham vs Sunderland.

Rotherham vs Sunderland - previous meetings

Date	Competition	Match	Score
29 Dec 2023	Championship	Rotherham United vs Sunderland	1-1
19 Aug 2023	Championship	Sunderland vs Rotherham United	2-1
21 Feb 2023	Championship	Rotherham United vs Sunderland	2-1
31 Aug 2022	Championship	Sunderland vs Rotherham United	3-0
26 Apr 2022	League One	Sunderland vs Rotherham United	1-1

Rotherham 5-1 Sunderland: match stats

Stat	Rotherham	Sunderland
Possession	55%	45%
Shots	21	7
Shots on target	8	4
Corners	5	0
Fouls	13	22
Yellow cards	2	3
Tackles	16	20
Passes	326	280

Rotherham vs Sunderland goals and red cards

Rotherham: M. Smith 10', F. Ladapo 41', M. Ihiekwe 53', M. Smith 73', F. Ladapo 88'. Sunderland: R. Stewart 24', A. McGeady (red card) 56'.

Rotherham season stats 2026/2027: per-game averages and league rank

Stat	Per game	Rank
Goals for	1.4	11 of 24
Goals against	1.4	17 of 24
Shots	13.4	13 of 24
Shots on target	4.3	9 of 24
Fouls	11.9	9 of 24
Tackles	13.1	20 of 24
Passes	379.1	9 of 24
Corners	4.3	16 of 24

Rotherham player leaders 2026/2027

Goals: Paul Mullin (3), Fábio André Tavares Desidério (2), Tom Bradshaw (1).
Assists: Ar'jany Martha (2), Kian Spence (1), Fábio André Tavares Desidério (1).
Shots: Paul Mullin (18), Fábio André Tavares Desidério (16), Jili Buyabu (12).
Fouls: Jili Buyabu (12), Paul Mullin (10), Josh Austerfield (8).

Sunderland season stats 2026/2027: per-game averages and league rank

Stat	Per game	Rank
Goals for	1.2	15 of 20
Goals against	2	16 of 20
Shots	13.2	12 of 20
Shots on target	5	6 of 20
Fouls	13	3 of 20
Tackles	15.6	11 of 20
Passes	400.6	14 of 20
Corners	4	13 of 20

Sunderland player leaders 2026/2027

Goals: Brian Brobbey (3), Enzo Le Fée (2), Wilson Isidor (1).
Assists: Thomas Meunier (2), Enzo Le Fée (1), Nilson Angulo (1).
Shots: Enzo Le Fée (14), Brian Brobbey (11), Nordi Mukiele (9).
Fouls: Dan Ballard (10), Reinildo Mandava (8), Wilson Isidor (8).