Rotherham v Sutton predictions: expect both sides to give it a go

Free football tips, best bets and analysis for the EFL Trophy final between Rotherham and Sutton United on Sunday.

Where to watch

Sky Sports Football, 3pm Sunday

Best bet

Both teams to score
1pt 4-5 Hills

Match preview

Sutton United have enjoyed a fairytale journey to Wembley in their first season in the Football League but they face a stiff task in Sunday's EFL Trophy final against Rotherham.

That said, they will take some confidence from the recent form of their opponents. The Millers are top of League One but have failed to hit their high standards in recent weeks, winning just one of their last five games.

Paul Warne’s side also needed penalties to see off Hartlepool, a team nine points below Sutton in League Two, in the Trophy semi-finals.

Sutton would have hoped to be in better shape themselves heading into the Wembley showpiece - they have lost three of their last five - but nonetheless their first EFL campaign has been a success with Matt Gray’s men much closer to the playoff places than the relegation zone.

United were major underdogs in their semi-final against another League One highflyer, Wigan, but managed to sneak past the Latics on penalties.

And with concerns about both teams’ recent defensive records, backing goals at both ends could be the way to go. Both teams have scored in Rotherham’s last four games in this competition and Sutton can produce at least one memorable moment.

Key stat

Both teams have scored in Rotherham's last four games in the EFL Trophy.

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