As the crisp November evening descends upon England, football enthusiasts turn their gaze to the EV Charger Points Stadium, where Cheltenham Town is set to host Notts County in a highly anticipated League Two clash on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 8:00 PM UTC. This fixture pits two sides with contrasting recent fortunes but equally high stakes against each other. Cheltenham Town, enjoying a resurgence, will look to continue their impressive run, while Notts County, keen to solidify their promotion ambitions, aims to bounce back from a recent EFL Trophy setback. Will Cheltenham’s defensive solidity prevail, or will Notts County’s attacking flair find the breakthrough? The answers will unfold under the floodlights in what promises to be a compelling battle for vital league points.
Head-to-Head History
The history between Cheltenham Town and Notts County suggests a closely contested rivalry. The two clubs have met 14 times since 2004 across various competitions. In these encounters, Notts County holds a slight edge with 6 wins to Cheltenham Town’s 5, with 3 matches ending in a draw.
Recent Encounters (Last 5 Meetings):
- 29/12/2024: Cheltenham Town 3-5 Notts County (EFL League Two) – A thrilling, high-scoring affair that saw Notts County emerge victorious.
- 21/04/2025: Notts County vs Cheltenham Town (EFL League Two)
- 09/03/2019: Cheltenham Town vs Notts County (EFL League Two)
- 17/11/2018: Notts County vs Cheltenham Town (EFL League Two)
- 06/03/2018: Cheltenham Town vs Notts County (EFL League Two)
Notably, there hasn’t been a draw between these two sides in their last four meetings. The 3-5 result from December 2024 highlights the potential for goals when these teams meet, suggesting that fans could be in for another exciting contest.
Current Form & Team News
Cheltenham Town
Cheltenham Town comes into this match in excellent form, having secured four wins and one draw in their last five outings across all competitions. This run showcases a significant upturn in their performance.
- 01/11/2025: Cheltenham Town 1-0 Bradford City (FA Cup) (W)
- 28/10/2025: Cheltenham Town 5-3 Tottenham Hotspur U21 (EFL Trophy) (W)
- 25/10/2025: Cheltenham Town 1-0 Walsall (League Two) (W)
- 18/10/2025: Newport County 0-2 Cheltenham Town (League Two) (W)
- 11/10/2025: Gillingham 1-1 Cheltenham Town (League Two) (D)
Their recent victories, particularly the back-to-back clean sheets in League Two against Walsall and Newport County, suggest a robust defensive setup and renewed confidence within the squad. As of November 9, 2025, there are no reported injuries for Cheltenham Town, meaning manager Martin Paterson will likely have a full squad to choose from.
Notts County
Notts County’s recent form has also been strong in the league, despite a minor blip in the EFL Trophy. They have recorded three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches.
- 04/11/2025: Notts County 0-2 Manchester United U21 (EFL Trophy) (L)
- 25/10/2025: Notts County 1-0 Cambridge United (League Two) (W)
- 21/10/2025: Swindon Town 0-0 Notts County (League Two) (D)
- 18/10/2025: Barnet 0-1 Notts County (League Two) (W)
- 04/10/2025: Notts County 3-1 Oldham Athletic (League Two) (W)
The loss to Manchester United U21 in the EFL Trophy saw some key players rested, indicating the team’s focus on their league campaign. Striker Alassana Jatta is a player to watch for Notts County, having scored 6 goals so far this season, with 5 of those coming in his last 5 appearances. Similar to Cheltenham, Notts County also reports no new injuries as of November 9, 2025, which is a significant boost for their squad depth. Earlier in the year, Notts County had faced significant injury concerns with players like Scott Robertson and Lucas Ness facing long spells on the sidelines, but the current report suggests a healthier squad for this fixture.
Tactical Preview
Given Cheltenham Town’s recent defensive solidity, it’s highly probable they will adopt a well-organized and compact formation, perhaps a 3-5-2 or 4-4-2, focusing on denying Notts County space, especially in midfield. Their ability to keep clean sheets in recent league games suggests they are adept at frustrating opponents and hitting on the counter. The midfield battle will be crucial, with Cheltenham likely aiming to disrupt Notts County’s rhythm and win second balls.
Notts County, known for their attacking prowess and often employing a fluid, possession-based style, might opt for a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 formation to utilize their wide players and get Alassana Jatta into dangerous positions. Their strength lies in their ability to create chances and score goals, as evidenced by their overall goal tally this season. The Magpies will seek to dominate possession and exploit any defensive weaknesses in Cheltenham’s backline.
The match is being played in England in November, so typical cool and potentially damp weather conditions can be expected. While the “EV Charger Points Stadium” name is unique, standard English lower league pitch conditions for this time of year are likely. Travel fatigue will not be a major factor for either side, given the domestic nature of the fixture, allowing both teams to field their strongest available lineups.
