Everton U21 travel to New Meadow in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday 27 October (20:00 WAT) to face Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury are 3rd with 3 points from 3 games, while Everton U21 sit 4th on 0 points. Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Shrewsbury's last 5: DWWLL Most recently they drew with Rotherham 3–3 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Everton U21's last 5: DWLDD Most recently they drew with Borussia M'gladbach II 1–1 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.0 scored and 0.7 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 21 July 2026, finished Shrewsbury 1–0 Everton U21.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 4.0 goals: 2.4 for Shrewsbury and 1.6 for Everton U21. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 76% likely and both teams score in 71% of our simulations.
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 71% chance at odds of 1.40. Predicted score: Shrewsbury 2–1 Everton U21. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Shrewsbury57%fair 1.76 · @1.75
Draw19%fair 5.38 · @3.60
Everton U2124%fair 4.09 · @3.50
4.00Expected goals
2.43Shrewsbury xG
1.57Everton U21 xG
71%Both score
76%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–18%
1–17%
3–17%
2–27%
1–25%
2–05%
From our goals model: Shrewsbury 2.4 – 1.6 Everton U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Shrewsbury vs Everton U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.40.
Who will win Shrewsbury vs Everton U21?
On our numbers Shrewsbury have a 57% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Everton U21 24%.
How many goals will there be in Shrewsbury vs Everton U21?
We expect about 4.0 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 76% likely and both teams score 71% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Shrewsbury vs Everton U21?
Our predicted score is Shrewsbury 2–1 Everton U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.0 goals in total.
When is Shrewsbury vs Everton U21?
Shrewsbury vs Everton U21 (EFL Trophy) kicks off on Tuesday 27 October 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time) at New Meadow.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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