Match Report
Bradford City and Newcastle United U21 drew 2-2 in the EFL Trophy, Group Stage. Before the match, Bradford City were 2nd in the EFL Trophy table with Newcastle United U21 in 4th. Their only previous encounter (since 2024) ended in a draw. Bradford City had scored 5 goals this season (1.7 per game), Newcastle United U21 had 3 (1.0 per game). Bradford City's goals came from Oliver Sanderson (42'), Andy Cook (76'); Newcastle United U21 scored through Ben Parkinson (40'), Josh Donaldson (90'). Match stats: possession 55%-45%, shots 24-7, on target 8-4, corners 7-1. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Bradford City: Oliver Sanderson (42'), Andy Cook (76') · Newcastle United U21: Ben Parkinson (40'), Josh Donaldson (90')
Key stats
Possession: Bradford City 55% · Newcastle United U21 45% · Total shots: 24-7 · On target: 8-4 · Corners: 7-1