OVER £700 RAISED IN MEMORY OF LAURA VICKERS AS MILLERS PLACE THANKS ON-RECORD FOR EMOTIONAL TRIBUTE
Rotherham United would like to wholeheartedly thank everyone that attended last night’s game AESSEAL New York Stadium – which was dedicated to the memory of Laura Vickers – for their incredibly generous donations which have seen us raise over £700 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
We were completely taken aback by the poignancy of that 31st minute applause which was immaculately observed by everyone inside the ground and the club would also like to take this opportunity to place on-record our thanks to the players, staff and supporters from Bristol City for their part in that.
The match referee temporarily stopped proceedings as every single person inside AESSEAL New York Stadium joined in a period of applause as a reminder to Josh Vickers and all of his and Laura’s family and friends – some of whom were in attendance last night – that we are here for them in this truly heartbreaking time.
The response to that moment has been unanimous in that it was an exceptionally powerful and emotional tribute and one that truly defines the meaning of the ‘football family’ and how big an impact we can have when we come together in times like these.
Our final thanks go to the Rotherham United Community Trust, who provided us with the volunteers to collect donations on the night for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
Our message to Josh remains the same, and if anything is now stronger, we’re with you.
‘On a different level’ – Southampton vs Rotherham United prediction: The72
The72’s writers offer their Southampton vs Rotherham United prediction ahead of the Championship clash on Saturday afternoon.
Southampton come into this weekend’s game with Rotherham United with two wins in their last two games. They had lost four Championship matches in a row before returning to winning ways against Leeds United, then following that up with a win over Stoke City on Tuesday.
Russell Martin’s side now sit 10th in the table but will be keen to make further inroads up the division.
As for Rotherham United, their worries deepened with a late defeat to Bristol City last night. A second Tommy Conway goal condemned them to a 2-1 home defeat after it looked as though Tyler Blackett had secured a point.
The Millers are now in 23rd place with only five points to their name in 10 games after their winless run was extended to five.
Here, a handful of our writers make their predictions for the game…
James Ray
“While Southampton haven’t had the smoothest run since their return to the Championship, they should be on a different level to Rotherham United. The talent throughout their squad vastly outweighs what is at Matt Taylor’s disposal, and that should show here.
“The Millers can make for a tough game on their day but with no points to their name away from home, I can’t see their winless run ending here.
“This should be fairly comfortable for the Saints. I’ll back them to make it three straight wins with a 3-0 victory.”
Southampton vs Rotherham United prediction: 3-0
Luke Phelps
“The tables are turning for Southampton. They’re getting back to winning ways and they’re becoming a joy to watch under Martin.
“But these type of games; ones at home against lowly sides, are arguably the toughest for teams like Southampton. All the pressure is on them whereas Rotherham can play without any pressure.
“I want to see Rotherham do well this season but I’m not sure they will. I think this will be another win for the Saints.”
Southampton vs Rotherham United prediction: 3-1
