Huddersfield Town will face off against Manchester United Under-21s in an EFL Trophy clash at the John Smith’s Stadium on Tuesday night. The young Manchester United side is currently sitting in second place in Northern Group F with five points, while Huddersfield is just behind them in third place with three points.
Huddersfield, who were relegated from the Championship last season, are looking to make a strong comeback and secure a spot in the playoffs this season. They have been performing well in League One, sitting in eighth place with 23 points from 14 matches. Despite a recent FA Cup exit, they are focused on making progress in the EFL Trophy.
On the other hand, Manchester United Under-21s started their EFL Trophy campaign with a win against Barnsley and a draw against Doncaster. They are aiming to advance to the next round of the competition and will be looking to bounce back from a recent 5-2 defeat to Sunderland Under-21s in the Premier League 2.
In terms of team news, Huddersfield is expected to field a strong lineup with players like Bojan Radulovic and Freddie Ladapo in the attack. Manchester United Under-21s will rely on young talents like Harry Amass and Ethan Wheatley to make an impact on the pitch.
Overall, we predict a close match with Huddersfield Town coming out on top with a 2-1 victory over Manchester United Under-21s. While the young United side has the talent, Huddersfield’s experience and depth could give them the edge in this EFL Trophy clash. Stay tuned for an exciting game at the John Smith’s Stadium on Tuesday night.