Match report

Huddersfield Defeats Rotherham 3-0 in EFL Trophy

Huddersfield
Huddersfield
3–0
FT
Rotherham
Rotherham
Jan 13, 2026

Huddersfield demonstrated a commanding performance to defeat Rotherham 3-0 in the EFL Trophy, with goals from W. Alves, L. Sorensen, and C. Ashia solidifying their position in the competition. Despite a yellow card to M. Harness early in the game, Huddersfield maintained their composure and controlled the match, showcasing their strength in depth with effective substitutions.

Key Facts

  • • Huddersfield scored three goals against Rotherham.
  • • W. Alves scored in the 36th minute, assisted by Marcus McGuane.
  • • L. Sorensen netted in the 41st minute.
  • • C. Ashia secured the victory with a goal in the 86th minute, assisted by A. May.
  • • M. Harness received a yellow card for Huddersfield in the 12th minute.
  • • Huddersfield made several strategic substitutions, including Marcus Miller and L. Gooch.

Lineups

Huddersfield

Formation: 3-5-2

Starting XI

  • 22 L. Nicholls (G)
  • 12 R. Balker (D)
  • 3 M. Wallace (D)
  • 20 J. Feeney (D)
  • 2 L. Sorensen (M)
  • 10 M. Harness (M)
  • 17 M. McGuane (M)
  • 27 W. Alves (M)
  • 36 C. Ashia (M)
  • 26 A. May (F)
  • 9 J. Taylor (F)

Substitutes

  • 31 J. Alnwick
  • 4 R. Ledson
  • 7 L. Gooch
  • 11 R. Roosken
  • 14 M. Miller
  • 15 D. Charles
  • 25 B. Radulovic

Rotherham

Formation: 3-4-1-2

Starting XI

  • 13 T. Cann (G)
  • 18 L. Agbaire (D)
  • 5 S. Raggett (D)
  • 3 Z. Jules (D)
  • 37 J. Clarke
  • 17 S. McWilliams (M)
  • 16 D. Yearwood (M)
  • 23 J. Holmes (M)
  • 11 A. Martha (F)
  • 29 K. Etete (F)
  • 9 J. Hugill (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 C. Dawson
  • 2 J. Rafferty
  • 15 J. Baptiste
  • 46 D. Gardner
  • 27 B. Hatton
  • 41 J. Ayres

Timeline

  1. Huddersfield
    12' Huddersfield Card · Yellow Card
    M. Harness

    Foul

  2. Huddersfield
    36' Huddersfield Goal · Normal Goal
    W. Alves · Assist: Marcus McGuane
  3. Huddersfield
    41' Huddersfield Goal · Normal Goal
    L. Sorensen
  4. Rotherham
    46' Rotherham subst · Substitution 1
    Off: K. Etete · On: J. Baptiste
  5. Huddersfield
    60' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 2
    Off: W. Alves · On: M. Miller
  6. Rotherham
    65' Rotherham subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Sean Raggett · On: J. Rafferty
  7. Rotherham
    65' Rotherham subst · Substitution 3
    Off: J. Hugill · On: J. Ayres
  8. Huddersfield
    75' Huddersfield subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Harness · On: L. Gooch
  9. Rotherham
    75' Rotherham subst · Substitution 4
    Off: S. McWilliams · On: B. Hatton
  10. Rotherham
    82' Rotherham subst · Substitution 5
    Off: A. Martha · On: D. Gardner
  11. Huddersfield
    86' Huddersfield Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Ashia · Assist: A. May

Match Stats

Stat Huddersfield Rotherham
Fouls 3 10
Pass Accuracy 88% 78%
Offsides 3 0
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 17 4
Corners 8 2
Total Passes 651 293
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 5 2
Shots on Target 7 1
xG — —
Shots off Target 5 1
Possession 69% 31%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 574 228
Shots Inside Box 14 1
Saves 1 4
Shots Outside Box 3 3

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The early goal by W. Alves in the 36th minute set the tone for Huddersfield's dominance and put immediate pressure on Rotherham.
  • ▸ L. Sorensen's quick follow-up goal in the 41st minute effectively ended Rotherham's hopes of a comeback, solidifying Huddersfield's lead.
  • ▸ C. Ashia's final goal in the 86th minute confirmed Huddersfield's comprehensive victory, maintaining their momentum and control throughout the match.