Match report
Stockport County Stuns Wolves U21 5-3 in EFL Trophy Thriller
Stockport County
5–3
FT
Wolves U21
Sep 2, 2025
Stockport County mounted an impressive comeback to stun Wolves U21 5-3 in the EFL Trophy, with N. Lowe and J. Astles leading the charge. Despite an early two-goal deficit, Stockport rallied to secure a thrilling victory.
Key Facts
- • Stockport County 5–3 Wolves U21 (EFL Trophy)
- • T. Edozie and M. Mane scored early for Wolves U21
- • N. Lowe (2), O. Bailey, and J. Astles (2) netted for Stockport County
- • F. Holman and Leonardo Lopes received yellow cards for Wolves U21
- • C. Grogan and B. Hills were cautioned for Stockport County
Lineups
Stockport County
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 1 B. Hinchliffe (G)
- 33 B. Hills (D)
- 5 J. Olowu (D)
- 45 C. Grogan (D)
- 48 C. Gardner (M)
- 18 L. Fiorini (M)
- 27 O. Bailey (M)
- 3 O. Dodgson (M)
- 47 A. Allen (F)
- 11 M. Mothersille (F)
- 9 N. Lowe (F)
Substitutes
- 25 M. Metcalfe
- 40 A. Mee
- 42 C. Edwards
- 44 R. Watson
- 49 M. Kouam
- 59 J. Williams-Lawless
- 65 J. Astles
Wolves U21
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 70 J. Gracey (G)
- 61 W. Okoduwa
- 46 A. Pond (D)
- 59 S. Olagunju (D)
- 57 T. Ojinnaka
- 56 M. Bradbury (M)
- 62 L. Rawlings (M)
- 60 E. Sutherland (M)
- 36 M. Mane (F)
- 74 T. Edozie
- 52 F. Holman (F)
Substitutes
- 45 T. Barnett
- 68 L. Lopes
- 63 M. Ji
- 76 C. Voice
- 54 D. Angel Enguru Mangue
- 64 M. Dayman
- 75 A. Arnold
Timeline
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9' Wolves U21 Goal · Normal GoalT. Edozie · Assist: E. Sutherland
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12' Wolves U21 Goal · Normal GoalM. Mane
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20' Stockport County Goal · Normal GoalN. Lowe · Assist: L. Fiorini
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23' Stockport County Card · Yellow CardC. Grogan
Foul
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24' Stockport County Goal · Normal GoalN. Lowe
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46' Stockport County subst · Substitution 1Off: O. Dodgson · On: C. Edwards
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46' Stockport County subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Grogan · On: R. Watson
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46' Stockport County subst · Substitution 3Off: N. Lowe · On: M. Kouam
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52' Stockport County Goal · Normal GoalO. Bailey · Assist: C. Gardner
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54' Wolves U21 Card · Yellow CardF. Holman
Simulation
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57' Wolves U21 Goal · Normal GoalW. Okoduwa · Assist: E. Sutherland
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61' Stockport County subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Mothersille · On: A. Mee
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63' Wolves U21 subst · Substitution 1Off: F. Holman · On: T. Barnett
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64' Wolves U21 subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Ojinnaka · On: C. Voice
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66' Stockport County Card · Yellow CardB. Hills
Foul
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69' Wolves U21 subst · Substitution 3Off: T. Edozie · On: L. Lopes
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74' Wolves U21 Card · Yellow CardLeonardo Lopes
Foul
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76' Stockport County subst · Substitution 5Off: C. Gardner · On: J. Astles
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79' Stockport County Goal · Normal GoalJ. Astles · Assist: L. Fiorini
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83' Stockport County Goal · Normal GoalJ. Astles
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86' Wolves U21 subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Mane · On: M. Ji
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86' Wolves U21 subst · Substitution 5Off: M. Bradbury · On: D. Angel Enguru Mangue
Match Stats
| Stat | Stockport County | Wolves U21 |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 20 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | 73% | 69% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 16 |
| Corners | 6 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 433 | 353 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 6 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 9 |
| Possession | 55% | 45% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 318 | 243 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 12 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Stockport County's early 2-0 deficit was quickly reversed by N. Lowe's brace within ten minutes, turning the match in their favor.
- ▸ J. Astles' brace in the latter half sealed the victory for Stockport County, showcasing their resilience and determination.