Doncaster Rovers fans 'elated' to reach play-off victory

Doncaster Rovers fans cannot wait for the play-offs after a disappointing start to the year

Doncaster Rovers fans have predicted their team will "make it to Wembley" after drawing with Gillingham in their final league fixture on Saturday.

The 2-2 result means Doncaster will play in the League Two play-offs - a remarkable feat after climbing from third to the bottom since February.

More than 1,600 fans attended the match at Priestfield, where the atmosphere was described as "fantastic".

One fan told the BBC: "This season has been a rollercoaster."

Gary, 63, said: "It's been amazing today, the fans really got behind the team, I think we'll beat Crewe and I think we'll probably get to Wembley.

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Joe Thompson, 34, said: "I'm looking forward to the playoffs now, with how we've got there and how quick we've got there, but honestly, it's not settled in, but I'm getting excited."

Jan Milner, 69, added: "There is a pride among Rovers fans which has been sadly lacking in recent years.

"The dream is alive and the prospect of League One football is only three games away."

Rovers join Crewe Alexandra, Crawley Town and MK Dons in the League Two play-off spots, with Stockport County, Wrexham and Mansfield Town already gaining automatic promotion to League One.

Doncaster Rovers now face Crewe in the first leg of their play-off semi-final on Monday 6 May at the Mornflake Stadium, before hosting the second leg on Friday 10 May.