Forest Green Rovers are looking to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Forest Green Rovers in their league exploits as they face West Ham United U21s in the National League Cup. The match is a crucial one for Forest Green Rovers, who are looking to get back on track after a disappointing loss.
What happened?
Forest Green Rovers suffered a 2-1 loss to Forest Green Rovers in their league exploits, with Ted Jenks breaking the deadlock in the second minute and Josh Osude's equaliser cancelling the header out before Ricardo Rees converted from close-range to capture the three points for the Green Army.
Why it matters for Forest Green Rovers
The loss to Forest Green Rovers was a setback for Forest Green Rovers, who are looking to get back on track in the National League. The match against West Ham United U21s is a crucial one for Forest Green Rovers, who need to win to get back on track.
What comes next?
Forest Green Rovers will face West Ham United U21s in the National League Cup, looking to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Forest Green Rovers in their league exploits. The match is a crucial one for Forest Green Rovers, who are looking to get back on track after a disappointing loss.
Forest Green Rovers are currently 6th in the National League, with 6 points from 2 games, and a recent form of WW. They have scored 5 goals and conceded 3 this season, with a goal difference of +2. Their next fixture is against Wealdstone on February 16, 2027.
Team News
Forest Green Rovers loanee Jose Marquez is available once again after being ineligible against his parent club on Saturday, while Bailey Smith and Ashley Nathaniel-George are stepping up their respective recoveries from injury - but are yet to return to full fitness.
The Opposition
West Ham United U21s reached the final of the National League Cup a few months ago, and are looking to bounce back from a penalty shootout heartbreak that prevented them from becoming only the second team to lift the National League Cup trophy back in March. The young Hammers are a talented side, and will be a tough opponent for Forest Green Rovers.
The Gaffer
Mark Robson, the Senior Professional Development Phase Coach/U21s Lead Coach of West Ham United, has a reputation as one of the most highly-respected development coaches in English football. He has previously worked with the best young players to help them progress through the national team pathway into the senior England squad.
