Doncaster Rovers 2 Crewe Alexandra 0: Rovers send The Railwaymen down as they give their own League One survival hopes a boost

Crewe Alexandra became the first team in English football’s top four divisions to be relegated after suffering a 2-0 defeat at Doncaster Rovers.
By YP Sport
Published 9th Apr 2022, 17:45 BST
Updated 9th Apr 2022, 17:48 BST

David Artell’s side arrived at the Eco-Power Stadium knowing only a win would keep their League One status alive.

But captain Tommy Rowe ended Doncaster’s run of five games without a goal when he drilled in a low effort from the edge of the area after 10 minutes.

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Josh Martin and John Bostock both had chances for Rovers before Crewe finished the half the stronger, with Rekeem Harper hitting a post and Chris Long firing narrowly over.

OPENER: Tommy Rowe opened the scoring for Doncaster in their win over Crewe. Picture: PA Wire.OPENER: Tommy Rowe opened the scoring for Doncaster in their win over Crewe. Picture: PA Wire.
OPENER: Tommy Rowe opened the scoring for Doncaster in their win over Crewe. Picture: PA Wire.

But Rovers doubled their advantage after 47 minutes when Josh Martin collected a loose ball in the box and drilled a shot high into the net.

Aidan Barlow was denied following a trio of attempts as Rovers threatened to extend their lead. Harper then drew a good save from Jonathan Mitchell with Crewe’s best individual effort.

But their stay in League One was ended after two seasons as Doncaster boosted their faint survival hopes with victory.

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