Prediction: Oct 7th -EFL Trophy---Chesterfield VS Burton Albion
EFL Trophy - Chesterfield VS Burton Albion
Match Time:08-10-2025 02:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Chesterfield is a League Two side experiencing extremely volatile form, with their defence being a major source of concern. They have shipped an alarming 18 goals in their last six matches and suffered a humiliating 1-7 defeat in their opening EFL Trophy fixture. While they remain competitive in the league, these significant defensive lapses create substantial vulnerability against higher-tier opposition.
Burton Albion competes in League One, placing them one division above the hosts. Though they have had a slow start in the league, finding themselves near the relegation zone, their form has recently shown signs of improvement, including an impressive away league victory and a hard-fought draw last weekend. The team also secured a clean 2-0 win against Liverpool U21s in the first round of the EFL Trophy, showing focus in the cup competition.
Match Analysis
This EFL Trophy Northern Group H match is crucial for both teams, but Chesterfield's defensive crisis presents the biggest talking point. Burton Albion, despite their league position, operates at a higher level and will look to use this fixture to gain momentum and integrate rotational players.
Key Considerations: Chesterfield carries the burden of a heavy recent league defeat (2-6) and a poor historical cup performance, leading to low morale. Burton Albion, conversely, is showing positive signs of turning a corner. Given Chesterfield's tendency to concede freely, the disparity in league level and recent trend favors the visitors.
Player Status
Chesterfield is expected to implement rotation, with cup goalkeeper Ryan Boot likely starting. Star striker Will Grigg was substituted early due to injury in the last match and is doubtful, which could open a spot for striker Lee Bonis to lead the line.
Burton Albion will also utilize their squad depth for rotation. Players who performed well in the first round, such as goalkeeper Kamil Dudek, are expected to be recalled to the starting lineup.
Nowgoal Prediction
Despite Burton Albion's mixed league results, Chesterfield's catastrophic defensive record—highlighted by their 1-7 loss in this competition—gives the visiting League One side a distinct advantage. Expect a high-scoring affair where Burton Albion edges out their lower-league opponents.
Prediction: Chesterfield 1 - 2 Burton Albion
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