Shrewsbury vs Everton U21: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Tuesday 27 October the EFL Trophy brings Shrewsbury against Everton U21 at New Meadow. Kick-off: 20:00 WAT. In the table, Shrewsbury are 3rd on 3 points after 3 matches; Everton U21 are 4th with 0. Only 3 points split them, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Shrewsbury, last 5: DWWLL Their latest outing: 3–3 draw with Rotherham, away. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 1.5 conceded per game.
Everton U21, last 5: DWLDD Their latest outing: 1–1 draw with Borussia M'gladbach II, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 4. Goals for and against: 1.0 scored, 0.7 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (21 Jul 2026) it ended Shrewsbury 1–0 Everton U21.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Shrewsbury 2.4 xG, Everton U21 1.6 xG – a total near 4.0. That is an open game on paper: 76% for three or more goals, 71% for GG.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Shrewsbury 56%, draw 19%, Everton U21 25%.
GG/NG: GG (71%) at 1.40.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (71%, odds 1.40). Most likely score in line with that pick: Shrewsbury 2–1 Everton U21. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Shrewsbury56%fair 1.78 · @1.75
Draw19%fair 5.19 · @3.60
Everton U2125%fair 4.08 · @3.50
4.00Expected goals
2.42Shrewsbury xG
1.58Everton U21 xG
71%Both score
76%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–18%
1–17%
3–17%
2–27%
1–26%
3–25%
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 56% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Everton U21 25%.
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.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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