Accrington Stanley vs Sunderland U21 predictions, Sep 22, 2026

Sep 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English EFL Trophy, on Tuesday,

Accrington

Sunderland U21

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In the upcoming EFL Trophy clash, Accrington Stanley will host Sunderland U21 at their home ground on September 22, 2026. Recent form suggests a contrasting trajectory for both teams; Accrington Stanley has secured only one victory in their last five outings, which raises concerns about their current level of performance. In contrast, Sunderland U21 has demonstrated greater resilience and skill, winning three of their last five matches, indicating a more favorable trajectory as they prepare for this encounter.

The odds favor Accrington Stanley at 1.54, reflecting a 60.4% probability of a home win according to predictive models. Their potential for success may hinge on strong defensive organization and set-piece executions, which have been key elements in their past performances. Sunderland U21, with a squad full of youthful vigor, will likely execute a dynamic and fluid attacking style. Their ability to capitalize on counter-attacks could pose a challenge for the home side.

While Accrington holds the home advantage, Sunderland’s recent form cannot be overlooked. This match promises to be a competitive fixture, with both teams seeking to assert themselves in the EFL Trophy. As history shows, the outcome is far from guaranteed.

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Accrington
55.1%		 Draw
21.2%		 Sunderland U21
23.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.68 4.05 3.95
MarathonBet 1.65 4.33 3.80
Pinnacle 1.7 4.72 3.72
Best for US Customers 1.63 4.30 3.95

Latest Results

19.09.26 Accrington Stanley – Newport County – 0:0
12.09.26 Barnet – Accrington Stanley – 2:1
05.09.26 Accrington Stanley – Crawley Town – 3:2
01.09.26 Accrington Stanley – Grimsby Town – 2:2
29.08.26 Walsall FC – Accrington Stanley – 3:2		 18.09.26 Sunderland U21 – Norwich City U21 – 3:1
11.09.26 Sunderland U21 – Ipswich Town U21 – 4:2
31.08.26 Brentford U21 – Sunderland U21 – 5:1
24.08.26 Sunderland U21 – Nottingham Forest U21 – 5:1
19.08.26 Sunderland U21 – Jong PSV – 1:1

Facts

  • In recent outings, Accrington has recorded mixed results (last 5 matches: 1 win).
  • Sunderland U21 is in good shape currently (last 5 matches: 3 wins).
  • Sunderland U21 could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.
  • Recently, Sunderland U21 has enjoyed a sequence of home fixtures.
  • Accrington carries the favorite tag into this contest.
  • These two teams have no recorded direct encounters in recent history.

    • Standings

    Group 1

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Sheffield Wed 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Accrington 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Salford 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Sunderland U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

    Group 2

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Wigan 1 1 0 0 0 3:2 3
    2 Blackpool 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Crewe 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Aston Villa U21 1 0 0 0 1 2:3 0

    Group 3

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Newcastle Utd U21 1 1 0 0 0 3:1 3
    2 Bradford City 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Rotherham 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 York City 1 0 0 0 1 1:3 0

    Group 4

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Chesterfield 1 1 0 0 0 5:3 3
    2 Manchester City U21 2 1 0 0 1 7:6 3
    3 Port Vale 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Mansfield 1 0 0 0 1 1:4 0

    Group 5

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Stockport County 1 1 0 0 0 6:3 3
    2 Tranmere 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Shrewsbury 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Everton U21 1 0 0 0 1 3:6 0

    Group 6

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Grimsby 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Notts County 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Burton 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Nottingham U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

    Group 7

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Barnsley 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Oldham 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Fleetwood 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Leeds U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

    Group 8

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Huddersfield 1 1 0 0 0 3:1 3
    2 Rochdale 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Liverpool U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Doncaster 1 0 0 0 1 1:3 0

    Group 9

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Exeter 1 1 0 0 0 2:0 3
    2 Cheltenham 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Oxford Utd 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Tottenham U21 1 0 0 0 1 0:2 0

    Group 10

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Leicester 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Walsall 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Stevenage 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Fulham U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

    Group 11

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Wycombe 2 1 0 1 0 3:2 4
    2 Reading 1 0 1 0 0 1:1 2
    3 Chelsea U21 2 0 1 0 1 3:4 2
    4 Bristol Rovers 1 0 0 1 0 2:2 1

    Group 12

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Colchester 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Luton 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Peterborough 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Ipswich U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

    Group 13

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Crystal Palace U21 1 1 0 0 0 2:1 3
    2 Plymouth 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Newport 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Swindon 1 0 0 0 1 1:2 0

    Group 14

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Barnet 1 1 0 0 0 5:1 3
    2 Arsenal U21 2 1 0 0 1 3:6 3
    3 Leyton Orient 2 0 1 0 1 2:3 2
    4 AFC Wimbledon 1 0 0 1 0 1:1 1

    Group 15

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 Brighton U21 1 1 0 0 0 3:0 3
    2 Gillingham 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Cambridge Utd 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Northampton 1 0 0 0 1 0:3 0

    Group 16

    Pl W W L L Pts
    1 MK Dons 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    2 Crawley 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    3 Bromley 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
    4 Brentford U21 0 0 0 0 0 0:0 0

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