Stevenage prepare to host Leicester City in an EFL Trophy group match this Tuesday, fresh from a 6-1 thrashing of Walsall. The Boro sit 13th in League One with nine points from seven games, carrying momentum from a run of three wins in their last five outings.

Their last result was a dominant away performance. Michael Mellon scored a hat-trick, with further goals from Wanya Marçal, Jordan Houghton and Ben Broggio sealing the emphatic victory. That win also maintained Stevenage's perfect start in this season's EFL Trophy, where they average six goals per game.

Head-to-head history

Past encounters between the sides have been high-scoring affairs. Historical trends show Stevenage have scored an average of six goals per game in these matches, though they have also conceded in every one. Leicester's attacking threat is underlined by an expected goals figure of 2.77 in previous meetings.

Season contributions

Key individuals have driven Stevenage's attack this term. Across all competitions, Jamie Reid leads the way with 14 goals, while Harvey White has provided seven assists. The team has netted 82 goals in total, with six coming in the EFL Trophy.

Leicester arrive having also won their opening EFL Trophy match 6-1 against Fulham U21s. Their top scorer this season is Jordan James with 11 goals, and they have conceded 87 times in 59 matches across all competitions. Stevenage's defence, which has let in 72 goals this season, will face a stern test.

The match at Broadhall Way offers a chance to build cup form ahead of the next league fixture. Stevenage return to League One action on Saturday, 10 October, at home against Wigan Athletic, who are currently 24th in the table. Check the full schedule on our fixtures page.

Leicester City manager Russell Martin confirmed his side will be without several players on international duty for tonight's EFL Trophy tie. He said, "We have to juggle absences with several players away." The Foxes could hand minutes to Conor Chaplin after a month out, while Admir Bristric looks to build on his hat-trick from the previous round. Stevenage, who have scored 11 goals and conceded eight this season, host the match at Broadhall Way.