Latics continue their EFL Trophy campaign as they welcome a familiar opponent in Doncaster Rovers to Boundary Park this evening (7:45pm KO).
Harry Kewell’s side will be boosted by their spirited comeback at Colchester United that saw them draw 3-3 at the weekend.
Whilst, Rovers have made a strong start to their Sky Bet League One campaign but fell to a 1-0 defeat last time out against Wigan.
Head-to-Head
Oldham have won only nine of the 46 encounters with Doncaster.
The last time the two sides met was in the FA Cup Fourth Round in January 2019 where a late penalty from Ben Whiteman secured a 2-1 win for the hosts sending Rovers into the Fifth Round.
The last time that Latics got the better of Rovers was also in another FA Cup game back in November 2016. Goals from Ryan Flynn and Billy McKay gave Oldham a 2-1 win at Boundary Park, sending them through to the Second Round of the competition.
Group So Far
Latics currently top the group following their 4-0 win over the Wolverhampton Wanderers U21 side last month.
Rovers occupy the other qualification spot in the group after they drew with Bradford City but won the penalty shootout to take the bonus point.
Elsewhere in the group, Bradford City host Wolves' development side tonight with a 7:30pm kick-off.
Watch Out For
Madger Gomes has enjoyed a fine start to the new season.
Gomes has scored three goals so far in the Sky Bet League One campaign which makes him the joint second top scorer in the division.
The 23-year old began his career with Villareal before moving to Liverpool in 2014 but was unable to force his way into the side so moved to Leeds United in 2017.
Whilst at Elland Road, he made just one appearance which came in a 5-1 win over Newport County in the EFL Trophy.
After less than a year in England, Gomes moved to France to join Sochaux but left six months later for Croatian first division side NK Istra 1961.
Gomes made his return to English football when he signed for Doncaster in June 2019.
He has been capped at Under 15, 17 and 19 level for Spain.
Familiar Faces
Latics do have a few players that used to play their football with Donny over the years.
Current keeper Ian Lawlor is at Boundary Park on loan from Doncaster and is available for selection tonight due to an agreement by both clubs.
The shot stopper began his career with Manchester City and has since played for Barnet, Bury and Scunthorpe as well as Latics and Rovers.
With Latics favourite John Sheridan having also represented both sides. He made 164 appearances in all competitions for Oldham and has had five separate spells as manager.
Sheridan had a far less of an impact with Doncaster Rovers, making just eight appearances in his time with the club in 1998 before leaving for Boundary Park.
In The Dugout
Darren Moore is the man in the dugout for the visitors.
Moore joined Rovers in July 2019 and it is his second job in senior football management.
His previous job was with West Bromwich Albion. Moore took caretaker charge following the dismissal of Alan Pardew with the Baggies 10 points from Premier League safety.
Despite putting a good run of form together that led to Moore winning a manager of the month accolade, it was not enough to save West Brom from relegation to the Championship.
However, it was enough to earn Moore a more permanent stint in charge at the Hawthorns. Despite occupying a place in the playoff places, Moore was relieved of his duties in March 2019 and West Brom went on to get beat in the playoff semi-finals.
In Moore’s professional career he played for: Torquay United, Doncaster Rovers, Bradford City, Portsmouth, West Bromwich Albion, Derby County, Barnsley and Burton Albion whilst also turning out on three occasions for the Jamaica national team.
Match Officials
Referee - Tom Nield
Assistant Referee 1 - Steven Rushton (replacing Joe Clark)
Assistant Referee 2 - Ravel Cheosiaua
Fourth Official - Gareth Mellor
The man in the middle tonight has taken charge of five games this so far across the Carabao Cup, EFL Trophy and League One handing out 14 yellow cards.
His last Latics game was over a year ago when he officiated the 3-2 loss to Blackburn Rovers in last season's Carabao Cup.
Sky Bet Odds
Latics are priced at 2/1 to win back-to-back EFL Trophy matches whilst the visitors have been made favourites at 11/10.
It is 11/5 for the game to be sent to a penalty shootout via the game ending level in 90 minutes.
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How To Follow The Game
Because the game is classed as behind-closed-doors, supporters can tune into a live match stream with commentary available for all subscribers on iFollow Latics, as Roy Butterworth and Mike Leyland talk you through the action.
Supporters can also create an account by clicking here, scrolling down to 'Match Passes' and paying the £10 fee to access the stream.
Alternatively, fans can also follow the game with live updates on the club's official Twitter account: @OfficialOAFC.
Oldham Athletic would like to make it clear that all fixtures are still strictly-behind-closed doors with spectators not being allowed entry.
Extensive guidelines are in place for the safety of officials and players whilst the events are taking place.
It is important you do not travel or attempt to visit Boundary Park on the day, especially with the new local restrictions in place.