Cheltenham vs Crewe Result
League Two · England
Cheltenham
Full Time
Crewe
📍 EV Charger Points Stadium, Cheltenham
🗓️ Tuesday, 17 Mar 2026 at 19:45
🔥 AI Prediction Report
CERTIFIED WPredicted
2 - 1
Actual
1 - 1
💰 Bet Results2/2 hit
Estimated ROI (£100/bet)
Staked: £200 · Returns: £493
+£293
+147% ROI
Late Crewe Equaliser Denies Cheltenham in Spirited League Two Draw
Cheltenham Town and Crewe Alexandra shared the spoils at the EV Charger Points Stadium, playing out a 1-1 draw in a tightly contested League Two encounter. Cheltenham looked to have seized control after breaking the deadlock ten minutes into the second half, but Crewe fought back valiantly to snatch a late equaliser with just five minutes left on the clock. The hosts dominated possession with 58% and registered 16 shots, but could only muster four on target—matching Crewe's own tally. Both sides showed attacking intent, but resolute defending and some wayward finishing kept the scoreline level. The match was punctuated by a flurry of yellow cards as tempers flared, but neither side could find a decisive winner in the closing stages.
Cheltenham
Cheltenham controlled the tempo for much of the match, enjoying the lion's share of possession and creating more chances. Their 4-5-1 setup allowed them to dominate midfield, with Isaac Hutchinson and Ben Stevenson orchestrating play. The breakthrough came in the 55th minute, but despite five corners and sustained pressure, they failed to add a second goal. Defensive lapses late on cost them dearly, as they conceded an equaliser against the run of play.
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Crewe
Crewe Alexandra showed resilience and tactical discipline, soaking up pressure for long spells before mounting a late comeback. Their 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to stay compact defensively, with Max Sanders and Conor Thomas shielding the back four effectively. Despite seeing less of the ball, they matched Cheltenham for shots on target and made their attacking moments count, grabbing a crucial equaliser in the 85th minute.
Key Players
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Key Moments
55' — Goal
Isaac Hutchinson puts Cheltenham ahead after sustained pressure.
68' — Yellow Card
Cheltenham's Ben Stevenson booked for a tactical foul to halt a Crewe break.
74' — Yellow Card
Cheltenham's James Wilson shown yellow for dissent.
77' — Yellow Card
Crewe's Max Sanders receives a yellow card for a late challenge.
80' — Yellow Card
Cheltenham's Ryan Broom cautioned for time-wasting.
85' — Goal
Emre Tezgel scores for Crewe, equalising late in the game.
Tactical Analysis
Cheltenham set up in a 4-5-1, aiming to control the midfield and dictate play through possession. Their wide midfielders provided width, while Josh Davison operated as a lone striker, supported by late runs from midfield. Crewe's 4-2-3-1 was more conservative, with two holding midfielders protecting the defence and looking to spring quick transitions. As Cheltenham pressed for a second goal, Crewe's tactical discipline kept them in the game, and their late substitutions injected fresh energy, leading to the equaliser. Both teams pressed aggressively in midfield, resulting in a high foul count and several bookings.
Turning Point
Emre Tezgel's 85th-minute equaliser, capitalising on a rare lapse in the Cheltenham defence, shifted the momentum and ensured Crewe left with a point.
Man of the Match
Emre Tezgel
Came up with a crucial late goal and was a constant threat in attack for Crewe.