Match Report
Blackpool defeated Nottingham Forest U21 2-1 in the EFL Trophy. Before the match, Blackpool were 2nd in the EFL Trophy table with Nottingham Forest U21 in 4th. Their only previous encounter (since 2025) was won by Blackpool. Blackpool's goals came from Emil Hansson (6'), Josh Bowler (75'); Nottingham Forest U21 scored through Kalum Thompson (45'). Get the complete post-match breakdown with all statistics.
Nottingham Forest U21 take on Blackpool in the EFL Trophy at Bloomfield Road.
In the table, Blackpool stand 2nd on 6 points and Nottingham Forest U21 4th on 0.
Across 1 meeting since 2025, honours split 1 to Blackpool and 0 to Nottingham Forest U21, with 0 draws.
The scoreboard read 2-1 at full time. The points went to Blackpool.
Goal scorers
Blackpool: Emil Hansson (6'), Josh Bowler (75') · Nottingham Forest U21: Kalum Thompson (45')