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EFL Trophy | Tue 22 Sep, 19:00

Accrington ST v Sunderland U21 Stats

Data last updated: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 08:26 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Accrington ST faces Sunderland U21 in the EFL Trophy, a competition often marked by cautious play and developmental squads. Both teams have limited recent data, with Sunderland U21's statistics particularly thin, adding uncertainty to the match dynamics. Accrington ST's approach is likely pragmatic, focusing on defensive solidity and controlled attacking moves, while Sunderland U21, as a youth side, may prioritize structure over open play. The fixture's stakes and tactical setups suggest a contest where scoring chances could be limited, setting the stage for a low-scoring encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Under 2.5 Goals

  • EFL Trophy matches often feature conservative tactics and fewer goals.
  • Accrington ST and Sunderland U21 show limited attacking data, indicating restrained offensive output.
  • Player data highlights Accrington ST's key attackers with moderate shot volumes but low goal conversion.
  • Historical head-to-head data is absent, increasing reliance on current form and tactical context.
  • Model projects a 54% chance for Under 2.5 Goals with positive value at 3.25 .

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The Under 2.5 Goals pick is supported by the tactical nature of EFL Trophy fixtures, where teams often field rotated or youth line-ups, leading to fewer goals. Accrington ST's attacking players, such as C. Caton and Stefan Mols, generate shots but have yet to convert heavily, while Sunderland U21's limited data suggests a cautious approach. The model's 54% probability exceeds the implied market chance, indicating value. However, the limited data for both sides means that line-ups and match tempo will be crucial in confirming this trend.

Model Probability54% chance of Under 2.5 Goals
Strong positive
Market Implied Chance30.8%
Strong positive
Player Attacking OutputModerate shots but low goal conversion
Positive
Data QualityLimited data for Sunderland U21
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

This Under 2.5 Goals selection reflects the cautious nature of EFL Trophy matches and the developmental focus of Sunderland U21. Accrington ST's moderate attacking threat combined with the youth side's likely defensive discipline suggests a low-scoring game. The data and tactical context align well, making this a sensible pick for those expecting a controlled, tight contest.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match scoring trend

“EFL Trophy fixtures often produce tight scorelines due to rotated squads and tactical caution, and this match looks set to follow that pattern with limited goal-scoring opportunities expected.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

EFL Trophy matches often feature conservative tactics and fewer goals.

Accrington ST and Sunderland U21 show limited attacking data, indicating restrained offensive output.

Player data highlights Accrington ST's key attackers with moderate shot volumes but low goal conversion.

Historical head-to-head data is absent, increasing reliance on current form and tactical context.

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last five matches in similar contexts, Under 2.5 Goals has been a common outcome, reflecting the tempo and tactical caution in EFL Trophy games.
  • The lack of historical meetings between these teams adds uncertainty, but the trend suggests a controlled pace with limited goal opportunities.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Accrington ST

Last 50W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 0L

No recent match sample is available for Accrington ST yet.

Sunderland U21

Last 50W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 0L

No recent match sample is available for Sunderland U21 yet.

Best odds for this sectionSunderland U21 Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 42% vs implied 37% · edge +4.7 pts
2.68
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 73%
1.22
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Away / DrawBetfred guide price · model 48%
2
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Accrington ST Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 59%
1.45
Check odds @ 1.45
Accrington ST to WinBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.67
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Sunderland U21 to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.5
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 22%
4.2
Check odds @ 4.2
Recent form data is limited, but the absence of significant goal-scoring trends for both teams supports a low-scoring expectation. The cautious approach in EFL Trophy matches and the developmental focus of Sunderland U21 further reinforce the likelihood of under 2.5 goals in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Accrington ST-
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BTTS rate
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Over 2.5 goals
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Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 46% vs implied 31% · edge +15 pts
3.25
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 51%
2.75
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 68%
1.1
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 32%
1.83
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Goal and BTTS trends in this fixture are shaped by the developmental nature of the EFL Trophy and the youth status of Sunderland U21. Both teams have shown restrained attacking output, with Accrington ST's key attackers generating shots but limited goals, indicating a low probability of both teams scoring or a high goal count.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionSunderland U21 Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 42% vs implied 37% · edge +4.7 pts
2.68
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Accrington ST Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 59%
1.45
Check odds @ 1.45
Accrington ST to WinBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Sunderland U21 to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.5
Check odds @ 3.5
DrawBetfred guide price · model 22%
4.2
Check odds @ 4.2
BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
The Under 2.5 Goals market is priced attractively at 3.25, reflecting a strong value opportunity given the model's 54% probability. This suggests the market underestimates the likelihood of a low-scoring game, likely due to the cautious tactical setups typical in EFL Trophy fixtures and the youth side's conservative approach.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Accrington ST wins
0Draws
0Sunderland U21 wins
Best odds for this sectionAccrington ST to WinBetfred guide price · Model 52% vs implied 60% · edge -8.2 pts
1.67
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Sunderland U21 to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.5
Check odds @ 3.5
DrawBetfred guide price · model 22%
4.2
Check odds @ 4.2
BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
Check odds @ 1.4
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
There are no previous head-to-head meetings between Accrington ST and Sunderland U21, so historical data offers no direct guidance. This absence increases reliance on current form, tactical context, and player data to assess the likely low-scoring nature of the match.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

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Best odds for this sectionSunderland U21 Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 42% vs implied 37% · edge +4.7 pts
2.68
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Accrington ST Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 59%
1.45
Check odds @ 1.45
Accrington ST to WinBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Sunderland U21 to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.5
Check odds @ 3.5
Season-long statistics for Accrington ST show moderate attacking activity with limited goal conversion, aligning with a low-scoring profile. Sunderland U21's data is sparse, but youth teams typically emphasize defensive organization, supporting the under 2.5 goals outlook for this match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

-Accrington ST Over 2.5
-Sunderland U21 Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches in similar contexts, Under 2.5 Goals has been a common outcome, reflecting the tempo and tactical caution in EFL Trophy games. The lack of historical meetings between these teams adds uncertainty, but the trend suggests a controlled pace with limited goal opportunities.

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