‘I have MAJOR doubts over Arsenal star William Saliba’s red card for four key reasons’, says ex-Premier League referee

I HAD major doubts over William Saliba’s red card and would have stayed with referee Rob Jones’ on-field decision of a caution. The Arsenal...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 20

Reading vs Crawley Town: Match Preview

Photo by Paul Harding/Getty ImagesCan the Royals fight off last season's League Two playoff winners and secure three points? After the...
SBNATION.COM Oct 19

Reading boss left 'disappointed' with EFL Trophy postponement in lead up to break

Reading boss Ruben Selles admitted that he was left 'disappointed' that last Tuesday's EFL Trophy fixture with Cheltenham Town was postponed....
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 15

EFL boss banned for THREE matches for squaring up to rival player in moment of madness

BOLTON manager Ian Evatt has been handed a three-match touchline ban by the FA. The Trotters boss has been punished for a moment of madness at...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 14

Wonder Goal Helps Alex To Point In Yorkshire

Max Conway’s first professional goal helped Crewe Alexandra draw against Doncaster Rovers at the Eco-Power Stadium yesterday. Manager Lee Bell made...
VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 13

Jim Delahunt runs the rule over Croatia vs Scotland, Finland vs England, the rest of the SPFL card plus his weekend acca

ROTHERHAM have taken time to find their feet back down in League One but the Millers made it back-to-back wins by beating Reading last week and...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 11

Ex-England and Man Utd star’s son makes pro debut with dad still playing in Premier League leaving fans stunned

THE son of a former England and Manchester United star has made his professional debut for Peterborough. The midfielder, 18, came on for The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Oct 11

Former Manchester United star ‘proud’ after son makes professional debut

Ashley Young’s son, Tyler Young, made his debut for Peterborough United in a 2-0 EFL Trophy win over Stevenage this week. The 18-year-old was...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Oct 11

Scott Lindsey encouraged by MK Dons' work after win on penalties against Arsenal U21s

MK Dons Head Coach Scott Lindsey said he was encouraged by his team’s work as they beat the Arsenal U21s on penalties in the EFL Trophy. Lindsey...
CITIBLOG.CO.UK Oct 11

Former Manchester United star's son makes his professional debut for Peterborough - and earns man of the match nomination!

Peterborough's rising star and Ashley Young's son, Tyler, made an impressive impact during his debut in the club's 2-0 EFL Trophy victory over...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 11

Wrexham AFC wing-back Anthony Forde was "outstanding" in EFL Trophy win - Dave Jones

ANTHONY FORDE has had a tough time of it during his Wrexham career but Dave Jones says the wing-back showed everyone he has still got it following...
THE LEADER Oct 11

Paul Hurst makes honest Shrewsbury assessment after EFL Trophy exit

Paul Hurst believes Tuesday night’s defeat to Birmingham City will have no impact on their clash against Crawley Town this weekend.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Oct 11

Midfielder nets hattrick and Reading hammer rivals in front of big EFL Trophy crowd

On this day last year, Reading roared into the EFL Trophy knockout stages with a 5-0 win over rivals Swindon Town, watched by one of the largest...
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 10

Peterborough v Rotherham prediction, betting tips odds and preview

Peterborough host Rotherham on Saturday afternoon in one of just two clashes in League One taking place. Peterborough v Rotherham best bets Kwame...
TALKSPORT Oct 10

Room to improve admits Barrow AFC boss Stephen Clemence

BARROW boss Stephen Clemence stressed his side have plenty of room for improvement after they crashed out of the EFL Trophy following a 3-0 defeat...
NWEMAIL.CO.UK Oct 10

Five more times Reading were beaten by the weather as Cheltenham tie is rained off

RReading supporters were left frustrated last night as the EFL Trophy clash with Cheltenham Town was postponed 90 minutes before kick-off due to a...
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 9

Grimsby Town 1-2 Lincoln City: Three Things We Learnt

Following the 2-1 win away at Grimsby Town in the EFL Trophy, I asked the Vital Lincoln City members what three things they learnt from the match....
VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 9

Five talking points from Colchester's EFL Trophy clash with Leyton Orient

Colchester United took on Leyton Orient in the EFL Trophy
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Oct 9

Stevenage boss unhappy the EFL Trophy clash at Peterborough United was allowed to finish

Stevenage manager Alex Revell felt the Tuesday night EFL Trophy tie at Peterborough United should have been abandoned.
PETERBOROUGHTODAY.CO.UK Oct 9

'The start of many more' - New Wrexham signing 'buzzing' after netting first goal in EFL trophy win over Wolves U21s

Wrexham summer signing Mo Faal was "buzzing" after scoring his first goal for the club as they beat Wolves Under 21s in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday.
GOAL.COM Oct 9

PLAYER RATINGS: How Colchester United fared against Leyton Orient

Colchester United drew with Leyton Orient in EFL Trophy
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Oct 9

‘Absolutely Magnificent’ – Aston Villa Talent Impresses League One Boss

Bolton Wanderers manager Ian Evatt has hailed the display put on by Aston Villa Under-21s' goalkeeper Oliwier Zych in the EFL Trophy. The post...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Oct 9

Dave Jones hails performance in win v Wolves U21s as Wrexham AFC progress in cup

DAVID JONES was worried making wholesale changes would have a negative effect but his fears were allayed after seeing Wrexham beat Wolves under 21s...
THE LEADER Oct 9

Northampton Town player ratings after comfortable EFL Trophy win at Notts County

Over 1,000 days without a cup victory came to an end for the Cobblers on Tuesday when goals from Ben Fox and Liam McCarron saw off Notts County in...
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Oct 9

Leyton Orient are spot on in shoot-out against U's after EFL Trophy draw

Leyton Orient drew with Colchester United in EFL Trophy
EPPINGFORESTGUARDIAN.CO.UK Oct 9

Huddersfield 2 – 0 Barnsley – Match Report

Barnsley are out of the EFL Trophy with a group game to play after yet another poor performance in a 2-0 loss at Huddersfield Town. Huddersfield...
VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 9

Reds Ratings v Huddersfield

VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 9

West Ham United flop leaves Newcastle United Under-21s needing to break six-year drought

Newcastle United Under-21s hopes of progressing in the EFL Trophy are hanging in the balance after a 3-1 defeat at Rotherham United on Tuesday.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Oct 9

How the Wrexham AFC players rated in 3-0 win over Wolves under 21s in EFL Trophy

A MUCH-CHANGED Wrexham side proved too strong for Wolves under 21s as they won 3-0 at The Racecourse to reach the knockout stages of the EFL Trophy.
THE LEADER Oct 9

The ‘new John Stones’ debuts for League One club aged 16 amid Manchester City, West Ham interest

Rotherham United handed Manchester City and West Ham target Harrison Duncan his senior debut in the EFL Trophy… The post The ‘new John Stones’...
THE72.CO.UK Oct 9

Opposition view: Notts County boss felt 'exceptional' Magpies 'created more' than Cobblers in EFL Trophy defeat

Notts County manager Stuart Maynard only had good things to say about his players despite Tuesday's EFL Trophy defeat to the Cobblers.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Oct 9

I saw Nottingham Forest gem show exactly why Nuno has already raved about him during EFL Trophy clash

He was in fine form despite the defeat!
NOTTINGHAM FOREST NEWS Oct 9

Reading EFL Trophy trip to Cheltenham Town postponed due to 'persistent heavy rain'

Cheltenham Town have explained that it was not until 4.30pm that persistent rain put Tuesday night's EFL Trophy clash in doubt, with the match...
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 9

Youngster’s First Senior Goal Sees Alex Into EFL Trophy Knockouts

Calum Agius’ first senior goal saw Crewe Alexandra defeat Harrogate Town in their final EFL Trophy group game at the Alexandra Stadium last night,...
VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 9

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Wednesday, October 9

Photo by Lee Parker - CameraSport via Getty ImagesA look at the lower leagues good morning! There's no club football this week, boo. WRONG - There...
SBNATION.COM Oct 9

Huddersfield Town keep EFL Trophy hopes alive with another Barnsley win

Freddie Ladapo and Danny Ward ensured a 2-0 victory for Michael Duff's men
YORKSHIRELIVE Oct 9

Crawley Town boss praises mentality and character of players after EFL Trophy thriller

Crawley Town Manager Rob Elliot has praised the mentality of his players after recovering from 3-0 down to AFC Wimbledon, despite losing 4-3 in the...
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Oct 9

Bantams closing in on EFL Trophy knock-out stages

BRADFORD City's chances of qualifying for the Bristol Street Motors Trophy knock-out stages again were boosted by Rotherham's win last night.
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Oct 9

Crawley Town picture gallery: Action from Reds' seven-goal thriller with AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Trophy

Crawley Town almost pulled off a miraculous win against AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Trophy – but lost to a last minute strike in a seven-goal thriller.
WESTSUSSEXTODAY.CO.UK Oct 8

The extent of Unai Emery's influence on Aston Villa laid bare after Liverpool flashback

Aston Villa won two more points in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday night with a penalty shoot out win over Bolton Wanderers
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Oct 8

Ian Sampson's reaction after Cobblers end cup drought with victory at Notts County

Cobblers assistant boss Ian Sampson praised the performances of the team's fringe players after their EFL Trophy win over Notts County on Tuesday.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Oct 8

Crawley player ratings vs AFC Wimbledon: One 9 as Reds find goal-scoring boots but defensive improvements needed

AFC Wimbledon struck a last-gasp winner to beat Crawley Town in a thrilling EFL Trophy match – after the Reds had made an impressive comeback .
BRIGHTON AN DHOVE INDEPENDENT Oct 8

Aston Villa young guns stun Bolton Wanderers and claim penalty shoot-out point

Aston Villa's young guns head to Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday night to continue their EFL Trophy campaign
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Oct 8

Aston Villa player ratings v Bolton as Mulley and Zych shine in memorable night

Aston Villa took two points from their EFL Trophy clash at Bolton on Tuesday night
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Oct 8

Crawley Town 3, AFC Wimbledon 4: Reds comeback halted by last minute winner in EFL Trophy

Rob Elliot’s Crawley Town succumbed to a 4-3 in a thriller at the Broadfield Stadium against AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday night.
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Oct 8

Huddersfield Town and Barnsley FC ratings: Sound marks for Terriers and more poor offerings from Reds

HERE are the Huddersfield Town and Barnsley ratings from Tuesday’s EFL Trophy group game at the John Smith’s Stadium.
YORKSHIRE POST Oct 8

Bristol Rovers player ratings vs Swindon: Kofi Shaw the stand-out in heavy EFL Trophy defeat

Player ratings as Bristol Rovers were well beaten 4-0 by Swindon Town in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy
BRISTOL POST Oct 8

Report – Harriman-Annous scores as Arsenal U21s draw with MK Dons before penalty shootout defeat

Bristol Street Motors Trophy MK Dons 2 (Harrison 26, 32) Arsenal 2 (Harriman-Annous 30, Butler-Oyedeji 36) MK Dons win 3-1 on penalties Andre...
ARSENALYOUTH Oct 8

EFL Trophy: Shrewsbury 0 Birmingham 4 - Report

Shrewsbury Town bowed out of the EFL Trophy after they were outclassed by fellow League One opponents Birmingham City.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Oct 8

Too easy for Wrexham! Paul Mullin among the goals as Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney's side beat Wolves U21s in EFL Trophy

Wrexham booked their place in the next round of the EFL Trophy with a comfortable 3-0 win against Wolves Under-21s on Tuesday.
GOAL.COM Oct 8

Wrexham AFC beat Wolves under 21s 3-0 to reach EFL Trophy knockout stages

 WREXHAM won 3-0 against Wolves under 21s at The Racecourse to reach the EFL Trophy knockout stages with one group game to go.
THE LEADER Oct 8

EFL Trophy: Wrexham 3 Wolves U21s 0

Wolves under-21s were beaten comprehensively at Wrexham in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy.
EXPRESS AND STAR Oct 8

Leyton Orient 1 Colchester United 1 - report as U's draw and then lose shootout

Colchester United drew with Leyton Orient in EFL Trophy
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Oct 8

Report: Carlisle United 0 Wigan Athletic 2 - Michael Olakigbe bags his first for Latics in EFL Trophy victory

Wigan Athletic dominated their League Two opposition Carlisle United for a 2-0 result in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy tie at Brunton Park.
WIGAN TODAY Oct 8

MK Dons take penalty shootout win against Arsenal U21s in EFL Trophy

MK Dons won on penalties in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy with a 3-1 shootout win over the Arsenal under-21s after a 2-2 draw. In the 90...
CITIBLOG.CO.UK Oct 8

EFL Trophy: Shrewsbury v Birmingham City - LIVE

Shropshirestar.com brings you live coverage of Salop's EFL Trophy clash with Birmingham City.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Oct 8

LIVE: Wrexham AFC v Wolves U21s – EFL Trophy

Welcome to live text commentary of Wrexham's EFL Trophy group game against Wolves U21s at the Racecourse. Follow all the action here
THE LEADER Oct 8

Bolton v Aston Villa under 21s LIVE updates and goal alerts in EFL Trophy clash

Aston Villa's young guns head to Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday night to continue their EFL Trophy campaign
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Oct 8

Bristol Rovers boss praises Swindon as a ‘big club’ ahead of EFL Trophy tie

Bristol Rovers manager Matt Taylor has praised Swindon as a ‘big club’ ahead of their Bristol Street Motors Trophy game this evening
WILTSHIRE TIMES Oct 8

Matchday Memories: Mark’s Men Lose EFL Trophy Tie To FGR On Pens

On this day (8th October 2019) the Sky Blues under Mark Robins were doing OK eleven games into their League One campaign. In the top six and hoping...
CCFPA.CO.UK Oct 8

Sanderson starts: Birmingham City team news and predicted XI to face Shrewsbury Town

The latest Birmingham City team news as Chris Davies' side gear up to face Shrewsbury Town in the EFL Trophy. The post Sanderson starts: Birmingham...
THE72.CO.UK Oct 8

Shrewsbury vs Birmingham prediction, tips, odds and how to watch

Shrewsbury host Birmingham tonight in the EFL Trophy as both teams sit either end of the League One table. Shrewsbury vs Birmingham best...
TALKSPORT Oct 8

Wrexham AFC looking to make it two wins out of two in EFL Trophy

HEADACHES are what Phil Parkinson is after following tonight’s action at The Racecourse.
THE LEADER Oct 8

‘At The Same Time’ – Rotherham Boss Makes Admission On Newcastle U21s Game

Steve Evans admits Rotherham United's main focus is not on their EFL Trophy game with Newcastle United U21s. The post ‘At The Same Time’ –...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Oct 8

Wembley ‘prize’ keeps Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney & Wrexham interested as Red Dragons refuse to write off any trophy bids

The “prize” of a day out at Wembley is keeping Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney and Wrexham interested as they refuse to write off an EFL Trophy bid.
GOAL.COM Oct 8

What We Will Know – MK Dons Boss Lays Out Expectations Of Arsenal U21s

MK Dons boss Scott Lindsey feels he knows what to expect from Arsenal's Under-21s in the EFL Trophy. The post What We Will Know – MK Dons Boss Lays...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Oct 8

Preview | A rumble with the Robins

READINGFC.CO.UK Oct 8

League is priority but Wrexham AFC boss Phil Parkinson won't 'discount' EFL Trophy

WREXHAM will qualify for the knock-out stages of the EFL Trophy if they beat Wolves under 21s at The Racecourse tonight and it's a competition that...
THE LEADER Oct 8

Brady to ring the changes for EFL Trophy tie at Notts County

Jon Brady has confirmed he will ring the changes for tonight's EFL Trophy tie against Notts County.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Oct 8

EFL Trophy: Shrewsbury v Birmingham: Bumper crowd to attend cup clash

Shrewsbury Town are back in EFL Trophy action tonight as they welcome the visit of Birmingham City.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Oct 8

'We'll attack it': Danny Cowley embracing prospect of facing O's in EFL Trophy

Colchester United visit Leyton Orient in Bristol Street Motors Trophy
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Oct 8

Cheltenham Town vs Reading: Match Preview

Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty ImagesCan the Royals' youngsters progress in the EFL Trophy or will it be a victory for the Robins? Tuesday night takes...
SBNATION.COM Oct 8

Four Reading youngsters who deserve a start at Cheltenham with changes to be made

Ruben Selles will take a much-changed Reading team to League Two Cheltenham Town tomorrow in the second of three EFL Trophy group stage fixtures....
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 8

Timing of Villa clash puts further strain on beleaguered EFL Trophy format

Bolton Wanderers face Aston Villa's Under-21s in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy tonight - but neither side can name their best team.
THE BOLTON NEWS Oct 8

talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Tuesday 8 October

With the international break looming large, the EFL Trophy takes centre stage on Tuesday night with a whole host of matches. We have picked out...
TALKSPORT Oct 8

EFL Trophy previews: Rotherham United boss looks at bigger picture while Harrogate Town require no inspiration

THE EFL Trophy in its various guises has its own special place in the hearts of Rotherham United followers.
YORKSHIRE POST Oct 8

'They deserve some rest': Reading boss 'needs' to ring the changes for Cheltenham tie

Reading boss Ruben Selles has said that he 'needs' to make changes for tomorrow's EFL Trophy tie with Cheltenham Town as his squad 'deserve a...
THE READING CHRONICLE Oct 7

EFL boss reveals what sparked him squaring up to Shrewsbury rival as he faces FA probe over moment of madness

BOLTON boss Ian Evatt has accused Shrewsbury captain Morgan Feeney of “grabbing” him during their post-match altercation but admits he “went too...
THE SUN Oct 7

Kofi Shaw, Shaq Forde, Luke Thomas: Bristol Rovers team news ahead of EFL Trophy tie at Swindon

Bristol Rovers will make the short trip to Swindon Town on Tuesday night in their second EFL Trophy group match
BRISTOL POST Oct 7

It's a tricky selection balancing act for Peterborough United boss ahead of Trophy tie

Peterborough United manager Darren Ferguson will have to perform a tricky balancing act when selecting his team to play Stevenage in an EFL Trophy...
PETERBOROUGHTODAY.CO.UK Oct 7

Preview: Fleetwood Town vs. Barrow - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Fleetwood Town and Barrow, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Notts County vs. Northampton Town - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Notts County and Northampton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Cheltenham Town vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Cheltenham Town and Reading, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Bitesize Prediction: Peterborough vs Stevenage – 08/10/24

Competition: EFL Trophy Market: Peterborough draw no bet Odds: 2/3 @ Pribet Meeting for the second time in the space of a few days, Peterborough...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 6

Preview: Shrewsbury Town vs. Birmingham City - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Shrewsbury Town and Birmingham City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Bolton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa Under-21s - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Bolton Wanderers and Aston Villa Under-21s, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Rotherham United vs. Newcastle United Under-21s - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Rotherham United and Newcastle United Under-21s, including predictions, team news and...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Swindon Town vs. Bristol Rovers - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Swindon Town and Bristol Rovers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6

Preview: Morecambe vs. Nottingham Forest Under-21s - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Morecambe and Nottingham Forest Under-21s, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 6
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