'Job done' - Grant McCann's verdict on Doncaster Rovers' EFL Trophy win at Barnsley

Doncaster Rovers sealed progress to the last-32 of the EFL Trophy thanks to a routine 3-1 win over Barnsley.
DONCASTER FREE PRESS Oct 29, 2024

Chelsea Under-21s lose to Charlton Athletic in EFL Trophy, hint to EFL Cup selection?

Chelsea Under-21s suffer a 3-0 defeat to Charlton Athletic in the EFL Trophy, despite their side featuring two players who may have played versus...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 29, 2024

Barnsley FC 1 Doncaster Rovers 3: Rovers forced to cash in their insurance policy to progress in EFL Trophy

Domcaster Rovers are into the last 16 of the Football League Trophy but they probably had to expend more energy getting there than they would have...
YORKSHIRE POST Oct 29, 2024

Bristol Rovers 2 Exeter City 3 - Demi Mitchell scores late winner as Grecians win group

Grecians top their EFL Trophy group after 3-2 win with a late Demi Mitchell goal on his return from injury
DEVONLIVE.COM Oct 29, 2024

Young Blues Fall To Narrow Defeat At Accrington

Everton Under-21s third and final group match in the EFL Trophy ended in a 2-1 defeat at Accrington Stanley. The young Blues gave a decent account...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Oct 29, 2024

Cheltenham Town v West Ham United Under-21s LIVE: Team news, updates and reaction

Second group stage match of the season in the EFL Trophy for Michael Flynn's Robins
GLOUCESTERSHIRELIVE.CO.UK Oct 29, 2024

“Invaluable experience” | Robson says Hammers are ready for big test

West Ham’s U21s urgently need a performance tonight as they travel to EV Charger Points Stadium to take on Cheltenham Town in their final Bristol...
THE WEST HAM WAY Oct 29, 2024

Bitesize Prediction: Barnsley vs Doncaster – 29/10/24

Competition: EFL Trophy Market: Both teams to score Odds: 10/11 @ BetUS Two sides turning their attention back to EFL Trophy action on Tuesday...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 28, 2024

Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann gives his pitch on Valley Parade surface ahead of Yorkshire derby with Bradford City

DONCASTER Rovers manager Grant McCann admits he is pleased to be playing at Valley Parade in the autumn rather than in winter – with the playing...
YORKSHIRE POST Oct 25, 2024

‘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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

'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, 2024

PLAYER RATINGS: How Colchester United fared against Leyton Orient

Colchester United drew with Leyton Orient in EFL Trophy
GAZETTE-NEWS.CO.UK Oct 9, 2024

‘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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

Reds Ratings v Huddersfield

VITAL FOOTBALL Oct 9, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

‘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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

Preview | A rumble with the Robins

READINGFC.CO.UK Oct 8, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

'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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

'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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024
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