Tom Knowles scored four times as Barnet thrashed Arsenal U21 5-1 in the Football League Trophy, with the midfielder's stunning individual display setting up a comfortable progression for the hosts. The match was effectively over by the interval, Barnet racing into a two-goal lead before a brief Arsenal U21 response threatened to make things interesting.
Barnet 5:1 Arsenal U21 — Match Report
First half3 - 1
- 9B. Siaw(A. Boudrama)
- 16(Foul)
- 25
- 27(Foul)
- 36
- 45 + 2(B. Siaw)
Second half2 - 0
- 56
- 69(A. Boudrama)
- 70E. Nwaneri
- 77(Foul)
- 82H. Abubakar
- 87S. Sampang
- 90 + 1A. Liwala-Lukizalamu
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Barnet vs Arsenal U21?
Barnet 5-1 Arsenal U21 (Football League Trophy).
Who scored?
Bright Siaw (9', assist Patrick Matejko) for Barnet; Jack Maskell (25') for Barnet; Tom Knowles (36') for Arsenal U21; Tom Knowles (45', assist Bright Siaw) for Barnet; Tom Knowles (56') for Barnet; Tom Knowles (69', assist Patrick Matejko) for Barnet.
Were there any cards in Barnet vs Arsenal U21?
Yellow cards: Teshaun Murisa (Arsenal U21); Brandon Comley (Barnet); Tom Knowles (Barnet).
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Head to Head meetings
Barnet – Arsenal U21
Barnet
Arsenal U21
- 1
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 0  |
Scored goals | 5 | 1 |
Average per game | 5 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 5-1 | 0 |
Form
Barnet
- 5Matches
- 15Goals
- 3Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Arsenal U21
- 5Matches
- 6Goals
- 1.2Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 2Draws
- 2Losses
Best statistical picks
Barnet – Arsenal U21
Both teams scored in 7 of the last 8 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.65 | 3.75 | 4.33 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Barnet
Barnet is a strong favourite in the CheckLive calculation: 59.7 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.5 vs 42.5 for Arsenal U21. The biggest edge is in mental resilience (CheckMental 69 vs 28.6). CheckLive signal strength 78/100.
Home win — Barnet1.65
High confidence78%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
57.6
37.6
CheckSkill
57.1
52.5
CheckMental
69
28.6
CheckLive total65.5 vs 42.5+23.0Barnet: 59.7 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.5
More match signals
Over 3.591%2.00
Barnet (DNB)85%1.29
Barnet (−1)89%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the favourite in Barnet vs Arsenal U21?
In the CheckLive calculation Barnet is the favourite: 59.7 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.5 vs 42.5. Signal strength 78/100; it is not a win probability.
What is Barnet's main edge?
Barnet is strongest in mental resilience: CheckMental 69 vs 28.6 for Arsenal U21. The overall rating gap is 23.
How does CheckLive rate the match?
The rating is built on three metrics: form (CheckForm), quality (CheckSkill) and mentality (CheckMental). Their values and the match signals are below.
What does Confidence mean?
Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
What is the correct-score prediction?
CheckLive calculation: 3-1 (Barnet vs Arsenal U21, regulation time). Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
Head to Head meetings
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Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.65 | 3.75 | 4.33 |