The 2015–16 season was Doncaster Rovers's 137th season in their existence, 13th consecutive season in the Football League and second consecutive season in League One.[4] Along with League One, the club also competed in the FA Cup, League Cup and JP Trophy. The season covered the period from 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016.
Squad
Detailed Overview
Caps and goals up to the start of season 2015–16. Players in bold were signed in the January window.
On 26 May 2015, Doncaster Rovers announced Sunderland will visit during pre–season in a friendly.[53] A day later it was announced Wolverhampton Wanderers will visit as part of their pre–season preparations.[54] The club announced on 28 May 2015 they will host Nottingham Forest on 21 July 2015.[55] On 5 June 2015, Doncaster Rovers confirmed they will kick–off pre–season preparations off with a trip to Frickley Athletic.[56] On 8 June 2015, a home friendly against Middlesbrough was announced.[57]
Updated to match(es) played on 1 July 2016. Source: BBC Sport Rules for classification: 1) Points; 2) Goal difference; 3) Number of goals scored (R) Relegated
Matches
On 17 June 2015, the fixtures for the forthcoming season were announced.[58]
Stadium: Keepmoat Stadium Attendance: 9,803 Referee: Andy Woolmer
FA Cup
On 26 October 2015, the first round draw was made, Doncaster Rovers were drawn at home against Stalybridge Celtic. On 9 November 2015, the second round draw was made, Doncaster Rovers were drawn away against Cambridge United. On 7 December 2015, the third round draw was made, Doncaster Rovers were drawn home against Stoke City.
On 16 June 2015, the first round draw was made, Doncaster Rovers were drawn at home against Leeds United.[59] In the second round, Doncaster Rovers were drawn at home to Ipswich Town.[60]