The Professional Development League U21 26/27 season is underway in England, with 17 teams competing in the 2026/27 campaign. As of mid-September, the league has completed 25 of 27 scheduled events so far, and Bolton Wanderers Res. sit top of the Professional Development League U21 table with a perfect record. This page covers the latest Professional Development League U21 stats, results, and match predictions for the season.
Professional Development League U21 Table
The current Professional Development League U21 table shows Bolton Wanderers Res. in first place with 9 points from 3 matches, scoring 11 goals and conceding just 1. Barnsley U21 are second with 7 points, while Huddersfield Town U21, Sheffield Wednesday U21, and Peterborough United U21 all have 6 points, though Huddersfield and Peterborough have played fewer games. At the bottom end, Fleetwood Town U21 have 6 points from 4 matches but a negative goal difference, and the race for European spots is still wide open with many fixtures left to play.
Favorites & Title Chances
Based on the Professional Development League U21 table and early form, Bolton Wanderers Res. have around a 55% chance to win the title. They have a 100% win record, the best goal difference, and a 2-point lead over the nearest challenger. Barnsley U21 have about a 25% chance, sitting second with 7 points and an unbeaten start. Huddersfield Town U21, with 6 points from 2 games and a strong attack, hold roughly a 15% chance. The remaining schedule and head-to-head results will be key, but these three look like the main Professional Development League U21 favorites right now.
Season Stats
Key Professional Development League U21 stats so far this season include an average of 3.84 goals per game across 25 finished events. The most successful team in the league is Bournemouth U21, while Brentford U21 were the last season winner. Top scorers and individual player stats are not available in the current data, but the high goal average points to plenty of attacking football in the league.
Professional Development League U21 Match Predictions
Professional Development League U21 predictions are based on current form, league position, and historical stats. The next fixture on the schedule is Sheffield United U21 vs Cardiff City U21 on Sep 14. With both teams looking to climb the table, our Professional Development League U21 match predictions will assess the odds and likely outcomes. Check back for updated predictions and odds as the matchday approaches.