Wycombe Wanderers turn their focus to the EFL Trophy this week as they welcome Chelsea's Under-21 side to Adams Park for a Group South fixture. The match offers a chance to build momentum after a vital league victory last time out.
Building on Orient win
The Chairboys head into the tie on the back of a dramatic 3-2 away win at Leyton Orient, a result that lifted them to 19th in the League One table with six points from six games. Jayden Wareham, Fred Onyedinma and Daniel Harvie were all on the scoresheet in that comeback, with Ewan Henderson providing two assists. That win snapped a four-game winless run in the league, where their form reads one win, two draws and two losses from the last five.
Trophy group challenge
Chelsea's development squad presents a different kind of test. Their last competitive outing was a goalless draw away at Walsall in this competition almost a year ago, with subsequent group games against Northampton, Shrewsbury and Bromley all ending in defeat. Wycombe will be expected to secure a positive result to strengthen their position in the group standings.
Team selection options
Manager Matt Bloomfield has decisions to make after the high-energy performance at Brisbane Road. The starting lineup that day featured Craig Hazard in goal, a back four of Jack Grimmer, Sam Cook, Andreas Hagelskjær and Harvie, with Caolan Boyd-Munce and Aaron Morley in midfield. The attacking trio of Onyedinma, Henderson and Wareham supported lone striker Cauley Woodrow. Bloomfield may choose to rotate his squad for this cup fixture, offering minutes to players on the fringes. The latest squad availability and any injury updates can always be found on our injuries page.
Looking ahead
A positive result would provide a welcome boost before attention returns to the league campaign and a trip to face 23rd-placed Wigan Athletic on Saturday. The Chairboys will be aiming to use this Trophy match as a platform to string together consistent performances.
Defender Steve Cook dedicated Saturday's dramatic 3-2 win at Leyton Orient to the club's supporters. The victory, which lifted Wycombe to 19th in League One, was their first of the season and first away win since March. Cook, who played under former Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth at QPR, said the club's past success was built on a similar 'us against the world' mentality. He added, "We want to give the fans more to cheer about."
Wycombe Wanderers beat Chelsea's Under-21 side 2-1 at Adams Park on Tuesday night, according to the club. Mohamed Keita opened the scoring in the 66th minute and Caolan Boyd-Munce added a second late on, with Harrison Bettoni netting a stoppage-time consolation for the visitors. The victory puts Wycombe on four points from two games in Southern Group C of the EFL Trophy. The team, currently 19th in League One, are now on a two-game winning run.
Wycombe Wanderers beat Chelsea's Under-21 side 2-1 at Adams Park on Tuesday night, according to Chelsea's official report. Mohamed Keita opened the scoring in the 66th minute and substitute Caolan Boyd-Munce added a second late on, with Harrison Bettoni netting a stoppage-time consolation for the visitors. Chelsea manager Harry Hudson said his side had opportunities, with Bettoni and Jashayde Greenwood going close. The victory puts Wycombe on a two-game winning run.
