Rotherham United emerged victorious in a goal-laden thriller, defeating Salford City 7-2 in the English Football League Trophy on December 3rd, 2025. The match at the Peninsula Stadium was an extraordinary spectacle, with the Millers' attack in irresistible form. Rotherham took an early lead and continued to pile on the goals throughout the first half, leaving Salford with a monumental task. The home side managed to pull a goal back, but Rotherham responded immediately to restore their commanding advantage. The second half saw the visitors continue their scoring spree, netting seven times in total. Salford scored a late consolation, but the match was long over as a contest. This 7-2 result was one of the highest-scoring games in the competition that season, highlighting Rotherham's attacking prowess.