Key Highlights
- Huddersfield Town faces setbacks with Josh Feeney and Jack Whatmough out for the next few weeks.
- The team prepares to face Rotherham United on Saturday in a crucial match.
- Injury status updates provided by club officials and analysis of the upcoming opponent.
Huddersfield Town Struggles with Injury Blow to Two Centre-Backs
Josh Feeney, one of Huddersfield Town’s key centre-backs, has been ruled out for the next 2-4 weeks after picking up a groin injury in their recent match against Northampton. Meanwhile, Jack Whatmough is facing another setback in his recovery from a calf injury and is currently unclear when he will be available.
These injuries come as a significant blow to Huddersfield Town’s defensive line, with the club preparing for an upcoming clash against Rotherham United on Saturday afternoon. Both teams are struggling to secure victories; Huddersfield has not won in five league matches, while Rotherham is also desperate for positive results.
Opponent Analysis: Rotherham United
Rotherham United’s recent form in the League One table is somewhat inconclusive. They have been performing at an average level across most metrics but have only scored 20 goals this season, placing them 16th in the league. Despite this, they are just one point off the top half and two points clear of the relegation zone.
Rotherham’s defensive strategy leans towards long balls rather than maintaining possession, with their team holding a meager 44% possession rate so far.
Their aerial success rate is notably low compared to other teams in the league. However, goalkeeper Cameron Davies has been a reliable presence, making 62 games this season — more than any other goalkeeper in League One.
Injury Update and Predicted Line-Up
Huddersfield Town’s injury list includes several players who are slowly returning to training but remain unavailable for selection. Will Alves is still recovering from a foot injury, while Herbie Kane and Zepiqueno Redmond continue to work on their groin injuries and knee issues respectively.
The predicted line-up for the match against Rotherham United features Lee Nicholls in goal, with Radinio Balker, Joe Low, and Murray Wallace forming the defensive trio. Midfielders include Lynden Gooch, Marcus Harness, Ryan Ledson, and Ruben Roosken, while forwards Leo Castledine and Alfie May lead the attack alongside Bojan Radulovic.
As for the women’s team, they will not face action until after the New Year.
Despite missing a game against Doncaster Rovers Belles due to the match being called off, Huddersfield Town Women remain top of their table with strong performances from other teams like Cheadle and Wythenshawe.
Huddersfield Town’s upcoming fixture against Rotherham United is crucial for both teams’ survival in League One. The match will take place on Saturday afternoon, providing an opportunity for Huddersfield to end their winless streak and secure valuable points.
