Match Report
Everton U21 (18th, 25 pts) visited Brighton U21 (12th, 30 pts) with 5 points between them. Everton U21 had been under-performing their position — 23rd on five-round form against 18th in the table. In league terms the two rates read 1.9/1.25 for Brighton U21 and 1.65/1.8 for Everton U21 (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.79.
Everton U21 were winless in 6. Recent form was uneven: 10/15 points for Brighton U21, 2/15 for Everton U21.
Half-time and full-time told different stories: Brighton U21 led 1-0 at the break, before 4 more goals closed it at 5-0.
Goal scorers
Brighton U21: Shane Nti (86'), Nehemiah Oriola (59'), Joe Belmont (90'), Tyler Silsby (90'), Nehemiah Oriola (42')
Key stats
Possession: Brighton U21 50% · Everton U21 50% · Total shots: 21-10 · On target: 12-3 · Corners: 9-2