Match Report
Salford City defeated Stockport County 3-1 in the EFL Trophy, Northern Group Stage. Before the match, Salford City were 1st in the EFL Trophy table with Stockport County in 2nd. Stockport County have the edge in previous meetings (2016–2025), with 3 wins from 9 games. Salford City had scored 9 goals this season (3.0 per game), Stockport County had 7 (2.3 per game). Salford City's goals came from Josh Austerfield (34'), Jay Bird (55'), Kallum Cesay (70'); Stockport County scored through Odin Bailey (85'). Match stats: possession 42%-58%, shots 16-14, on target 8-5, corners 5-6. View detailed post-match analysis including ratings and key stats.
Goal scorers
Salford City: Josh Austerfield (34'), Jay Bird (55'), Kallum Cesay (70') · Stockport County: Odin Bailey (85')
Key stats
Possession: Salford City 42% · Stockport County 58% · Total shots: 16-14 · On target: 8-5 · Corners: 5-6