Match report
Cheltenham Defeats West Ham United U21 3-1 in EFL Trophy
Cheltenham
3–1
FT
West Ham United U21
Oct 29, 2024
Cheltenham stuns West Ham United U21 with a 3-1 victory in the EFL Trophy, with goals from L. Dulson, Matty Taylor, and T. King propelling them to the win. Despite conceding a goal by K. Swyer, the team's determination saw them through to a convincing win.
Key Facts
- • L. Dulson scored the opening goal for Cheltenham in the 28th minute with an assist from Matty Taylor.
- • Matty Taylor converted a penalty for Cheltenham in the 57th minute.
- • K. Swyer scored for West Ham United U21 in the 60th minute, assisted by O. Scarles.
- • T. King secured the final goal for Cheltenham in the 70th minute with an assist from L. Dulson.
- • Cheltenham saw three players substituted in quick succession in the 63rd and 64th minutes.
Lineups
Cheltenham
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 21 J. Day (G)
- 35 B. Liggett (D)
- 18 I. Bakare (D)
- 23 L. Shipley (D)
- 30 F. Willcox (D)
- 19 H. Sohna (M)
- 16 J. Colwill (M)
- 34 T. Pett (M)
- 11 M. Norkett (F)
- 9 M. Taylor (F)
- 14 L. Dulson (F)
Substitutes
- 27 L. Payne
- 29 T. King
- 12 R. Bowman
- 38 H. Tustin
- 6 T. Bradbury
- 42 J. Franks
- 4 L. Kinsella
West Ham United U21
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 49 F. Herrick (G)
- 48 S. Tarima (D)
- 37 Luizão (D)
- 63 E. Mayers (D)
- 44 J. Robinson (M)
- 61 L. Orford (M)
- 59 T. Akpata (M)
- 74 E. Adiele (M)
- 58 K. Swyer (F)
- 57 O. Scarles (F)
- 66 J. Ajala (F)
Substitutes
- 55 F. Fawunmi
- 45 D. Rigge
- 64 R. Battrum
- 51 J. Briggs
- 36 S. Moore
- 52 L. Brown
- 78 F. Hooper
Timeline
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9' Cheltenham Card · Yellow CardH. Sohna
Foul
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28' Cheltenham Goal · Normal GoalL. Dulson · Assist: Matty Taylor
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50' Cheltenham Card · Yellow CardJ. Colwill
Foul
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55' West Ham United U21 Card · Yellow CardJ. Robinson
Argument
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57' Cheltenham Goal · PenaltyMatty Taylor
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60' West Ham United U21 Goal · Normal GoalK. Swyer · Assist: O. Scarles
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63' Cheltenham subst · Substitution 1Off: H. Sohna · On: L. Payne
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64' Cheltenham subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Norkett · On: T. King
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64' Cheltenham subst · Substitution 3Off: Matty Taylor · On: Ryan Bowman
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70' Cheltenham Goal · Normal GoalT. King · Assist: L. Dulson
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75' West Ham United U21 subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Ajala · On: F. Fawunmi
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75' West Ham United U21 subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Tarima · On: D. Rigge
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90'+2 Cheltenham subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Colwill · On: H. Tustin
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90'+6 Cheltenham Card · Yellow CardRyan Bowman
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Cheltenham | West Ham United U21 |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 73% | 77% |
| Offsides | 7 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 8 |
| Corners | 5 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 353 | 490 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 3 |
| Possession | 43% | 57% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 256 | 377 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Cheltenham took the lead early with L. Dulson's goal, setting the tone for the game.
- ▸ Matty Taylor's penalty in the 57th minute solidified Cheltenham's lead, despite West Ham's goal shortly after.
- ▸ T. King's goal in the 70th minute ensured Cheltenham's victory, with the team maintaining their composure throughout the match.