Grant McCann reflects on Doncaster Rovers win over Reading + Keigan Vickerage tribute

Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann is refusing to take anything for granted despite his side taking what he described as a huge step toward securing their League One status with a hard-fought victory over Reading. Speaking after the final whistle, McCann praised the collective effort that delivered the result but warned that the job is far from finished.

We know how quickly things can change in this division, McCann told reporters. Today was important, but it only matters if we back it up in the coming weeks. The players showed character and discipline, and I’m proud of them, yet we stay grounded.

The win lifts Rovers further clear of the drop zone and edges them closer to mathematical safety, yet McCann stressed that focus must remain on the next training session and the next match rather than any league table calculations.

In an emotional post-match moment, McCann also paid tribute to academy graduate Keigan Vickerage, who recently left the club after more than a decade in red and white. Keigan represents everything we want in a Doncaster player, McCann said. His attitude, work ethic, and connection with supporters set a standard for our younger lads to follow. We wish him well in the next chapter of his career and thank him for the memories.

With several fixtures remaining, McCann reiterated that complacency will not be allowed to creep into the dressing room. Every point is still vital, he insisted. We respect every opponent and we respect the league. If we maintain this mindset, we will give ourselves the best chance of staying up.

Doncaster now turn their attention to the training ground, determined to channel the momentum from the Reading win into another positive performance when they next take the field.