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England

EFL Trophy SMH Group Stadium

Scoring Trends

Chesterfield

Burton

1.13

Goals Scored

0.75

Goals Conceded

0.75

0.94 Expected Goals (xG) 0.88

63%

Over 1.5

63%

25%

Over 2.5

25%

Over 3.5

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Chesterfield hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. The data points towards a tight game, making 'Under' markets particularly attractive. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win44%

Draw23%

Away Win33%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes54%

Over 1.5 Goals73%

Over 2.5 Goals48%

Match Events

33'

Naylor T.

46'

Sub

Fleck J. In: Stirk R.

Out: Fleck J.

46'

Sub

Armer J. In: Hartridge A.

Out: Armer J.

Previous Encounters

07 Oct 25 TRO

Chesterfield ✓

1:0

Burton

08 Jul 25 CLU

Chesterfield ✓

5:0

Burton

27 Jul 19 CLU

Chesterfield

2:5

✓ Burton

12 Feb 16 LEA

Burton ✓

1:0

Chesterfield

26 Sept 15 LEA

Chesterfield

1:2

✓ Burton

Recent Form (Last 5)

Chesterfield

Home Team

02 May

Swindon

1 : 2

Chesterfield

25 Apr

Chesterfield

2 : 0

Crewe

18 Apr

Fleetwood Town

1 : 1

Chesterfield

14 Apr

Chesterfield

2 : 1

Grimsby

11 Apr

Chesterfield

1 : 1

Tranmere

Burton

Away Team

02 May

Leyton Orient

2 : 2

Burton

25 Apr

Burton

1 : 1

Exeter

19 Apr

Peterborough

1 : 1

Burton

11 Apr

Burton

1 : 0

AFC Wimbledon

06 Apr

Mansfield

0 : 0

Burton

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Salford	3	3	0	9:3	9
2	Stockport County	3	2	1	7:7	5
3	Wolves U21	3	1	2	7:10	3
4	Wigan	3	0	3	2:5	1

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Tranmere	3	3	0	6:4	8
2	Blackpool	3	2	1	8:3	6
3	Barrow	3	1	2	3:7	3
4	Nottingham U21	3	0	3	3:6	1

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Doncaster	3	3	0	8:2	9
2	Bradford City	3	2	1	8:5	6
3	Grimsby	3	1	2	6:8	3
4	Everton U21	3	0	3	5:12	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Lincoln City	3	3	0	8:0	9
2	Barnsley	3	1	2	6:6	3
3	Manchester United U21	3	1	2	4:8	3
4	Notts County	3	1	2	2:6	3

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Bolton	3	3	0	10:2	9
2	Rotherham	3	2	1	7:5	6
3	Manchester City U21	3	1	2	7:8	3
4	Oldham	3	0	3	5:14	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Harrogate	3	3	0	5:1	9
2	Huddersfield	3	2	1	9:4	6
3	Newcastle Utd U21	3	1	2	5:11	2
4	Mansfield	3	0	3	3:6	1

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Port Vale	3	2	1	9:4	7
2	Fleetwood Town	3	3	0	9:5	7
3	Accrington	3	1	2	5:6	4
4	Leeds U21	3	0	3	3:11	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Crewe	3	3	0	12:2	9
2	Chesterfield	3	1	2	4:9	4
3	Burton	3	1	2	3:4	3
4	Liverpool U21	3	1	2	2:6	2

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Cardiff	3	2	1	4:2	6
2	Exeter	3	2	1	5:4	6
3	Newport	3	1	2	2:3	3
4	Arsenal U21	3	1	2	6:8	3

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Bristol Rovers	3	3	0	6:4	8
2	Plymouth	3	2	1	8:3	6
3	Cheltenham	3	1	2	2:5	2
4	Tottenham U21	3	0	3	8:12	2

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Northampton	3	3	0	6:1	9
2	Walsall	3	2	1	3:2	5
3	Shrewsbury	3	1	2	5:6	3
4	Chelsea U21	3	0	3	1:6	1

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Swindon	3	2	1	9:5	6
2	West Ham U21	3	2	1	9:6	6
3	Reading	3	2	1	6:4	6
4	Milton Keynes Dons	3	0	3	1:10	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Stevenage	3	3	0	12:4	9
2	AFC Wimbledon	3	2	1	6:7	6
3	Bromley	3	1	2	5:7	2
4	Crystal Palace U21	3	0	3	6:11	1

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Leyton Orient	3	3	0	6:2	9
2	Peterborough	3	2	1	7:6	6
3	Crawley Town	3	1	2	6:6	3
4	Aston Villa U21	3	0	3	4:9	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Colchester	3	3	0	6:2	9
2	Wycombe	3	2	1	7:3	6
3	Gillingham	3	1	2	5:6	3
4	Fulham U21	3	0	3	2:9	0

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Luton	3	2	1	8:5	6
2	Cambridge Utd	3	2	1	6:4	6
3	Barnet	3	2	1	5:7	5
4	Brighton U21	3	0	3	2:5	1

Match Preview: Chesterfield vs Burton

The upcoming fixture between Chesterfield and Burton promises to be an engaging encounter in EFL Trophy. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 18:00 UTC, the match will take place at SMH Group Stadium. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. Chesterfield will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Burton aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Chesterfield will try to assert dominance early, whereas Burton might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Chesterfield or Burton. Momentum is crucial in EFL Trophy, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.