Match Report
Harrogate Town claimed a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United U21 in the EFL Trophy (Northern Group Stage). Before the match, Harrogate Town were 1st in the EFL Trophy table with Newcastle United U21 in 3rd. The two sides have met 2 times (2021–2025). Harrogate Town lead the head-to-head with 2 wins. Harrogate Town had scored 5 goals this season (1.7 per game), Newcastle United U21 had 5 (1.7 per game). Harrogate Town's goals came from Tom Cursons (64'), Tom Cursons (78'), Ellis Taylor (12'); Newcastle United U21 scored through Alfie Harrison (45'). Match stats: possession 40%-60%, shots 15-3, on target 8-2, corners 4-0. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Harrogate Town: Tom Cursons (64'), Tom Cursons (78'), Ellis Taylor (12') · Newcastle United U21: Alfie Harrison (45')
Key stats
Possession: Harrogate Town 40% · Newcastle United U21 60% · Total shots: 15-3 · On target: 8-2 · Corners: 4-0