The EFL Trophy Draw has been scheduled, revealing exciting developments for the knockout stage of the tournament. On Thursday, November 13, at 14:30 GMT, the draw for the round of 32 will take place. This announcement follows the conclusion of the group stage, which completed on Tuesday.
EFL Trophy: Key Highlights
Defending champions Peterborough United have secured their spot in the knockout rounds. Notably, West Ham is the only Premier League Under-21 team to advance, as 11 out of 16 youth teams finished at the bottom of their respective groups.
Draw Breakdown
The draw is organized into two categories: group winners and group runners-up. Group winners will host the matches. The fixtures for the round of 32 are scheduled for the week commencing December 1.
Match Format and Regulations
- The competition is regionalized until the semi-final stage.
- If a match ends in a draw, it will proceed directly to penalties.
As anticipation builds for the EFL Trophy Draw, teams will be gearing up for the competitive knockout stage ahead. Fans and teams alike are eager to see how the matchups will unfold in the next phase of this exciting tournament.
