Crawley Town travel to York City in the EFL Cup, looking to bounce back from a string of pre-season losses. The Reds have struggled in friendlies, including defeats to Reading and Oxford United, but will hope to turn things around in competitive action. Next up after this clash is a home league game against Rotherham on 27th February 2027, where they currently sit 17th in the table.
What’s the recent form?
Crawley Town have had a mixed pre-season, losing to Reading (0-1) and Oxford United (3-1) but drawing with Salford City (0-0) and Accrington Stanley (3-3). York City, meanwhile, have also had a tough build-up, losing to Peterborough United (1-2) and Sunderland (1-5) but drawing with Al Ettifaq (2-2) and beating Al Ettifaq U21 (6-0).
History between the sides
The two teams have met several times over the years, with Crawley Town winning 1-0 at home in October 2015 and drawing 2-2 away in March 2016. Their last meeting in the National League ended in a 1-1 draw in April 2011.
What’s next for Crawley Town?
After this EFL Cup tie, Crawley Town return to league action at home against Rotherham on 27th February 2027, where they will be looking to climb up from their current 17th-place position.
