Both kicking off their Group C campaign, Carlisle United and Nottingham Forest Under-21s meet for an EFL Trophy contest on Tuesday.

Carlisle United :

Carlisle United will kick off their EFL Trophy campaign against Nottingham Forest Under-21s on Tuesday, marking a new chapter following a tumultuous start to their season. The Cumbrian club recently parted ways with manager Paul Simpson after a 2-1 defeat to Tranmere Rovers, leaving them languishing in 20th place in League Two. Simpson’s departure follows a series of poor performances, including a relegation battle last season. With the team struggling to convert chances into points and a caretaker management in place, Carlisle will be keen to turn their fortunes around in this cup fixture at Brunton Park.

Nottingham Forest Under-21

In stark contrast, Nottingham Forest Under-21s are in scintillating form in Premier League 2, boasting a perfect record with three wins from three games. The young Reds have defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers, Norwich City, and Reading without conceding a single goal, positioning themselves at the top of the table alongside Arsenal and West Ham United. Managed by Warren Joyce, Forest’s Under-21s are set to test their mettle against senior professionals in this EFL Trophy clash, aiming to continue their impressive start to the season and build on their momentum.

Prediction:  1-1

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