Grimsby v Nottingham Forest U21: numbers & prediction

Grimsby vs Nottingham Forest U21 prediction, preview and tip

Match overview

Grimsby host Nottingham Forest U21 in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday 10 November, kicking off at 20:00 WAT at Blundell Park. Grimsby sit 3rd with 3 points from 3 games, while Nottingham Forest U21 are 4th on 1. The gap is just 2 points, so three points here could swap their places.

Form guide

Grimsby – form over the last 5: DWWDL Most recently they drew with Stafford Rangers 2–2 on the road. 2.2 goals per match shows an attack in good shape.

Nottingham Forest U21 – form over the last 5: DWWLL Most recently they drew with Leicester City U21 2–2 at home. On their travels they have won 2 and lost 2 of their last 4. They are averaging 2.2 goals a game – a real threat going forward.

Goals outlook

Our model projects Grimsby 2.4 – 1.2 Nottingham Forest U21 in expected goals – roughly 3.6 goals in all. Expect chances at both ends – 74% for over 2.5 goals, 68% for GG. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.

Betting angles

• Match result chances: Grimsby 66% · draw 15% · Nottingham Forest U21 20%.
• Both teams to score: yes (68%) at 1.40.

Our tip before kick-off

Before kick-off we picked Grimsby to win, rated at 66% confidence at odds of 1.73, above our fair price of 1.52, which makes it a value price. Predicted score: Grimsby 2–1 Nottingham Forest U21. Graded on the 90-minute score. No tip is certain – 18+ only, stake responsibly.