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Exeter City vs Walsall

League TwoSaturday, 5 September 202614:00 UTCSt James Park, Exeter
Exeter CityExeter City(H)
vs
(A)WalsallWalsall

Match Prediction

We say:

EXE 11 WAL

Betting Tip

This looks tight on paper.

Win Probability

40%
32%
28%
EXE 40%Draw 32%28% WAL
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Match Preview

Exeter City are experiencing a mixed run with 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats from their last 0 outings.

On the other side, Walsall have had a contrasting run of results. Recent form suggests Walsall are in red-hot form — 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses in their last 5. They have scored freely averaging 1.8 goals per game, while conceding 0.8.

Walsall have been the more prolific side in front of goal recently, but Exeter City boast the stronger defensive record. The contrasting styles could make for a fascinating tactical battle. As the stronger side on paper, Walsall will want to dictate proceedings. However, Exeter City will be well aware of the threat they pose and may look to frustrate and hit on the break.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 1-1 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 61%. Kick-off in the League Two awaits.

Exeter City Key Points

  • Home advantage at familiar venue
  • Strong attacking transitions
  • Set-piece efficiency

Walsall Key Points

  • Compact defensive structure
  • Counter-attacking speed
  • Midfield press resistance

Team News

Projected Lineups

Exeter CityExeter CityFormation: 4-3-3Predicted
1
J. BycroftGK
40
E. JamesDEF
5
J. FitzwaterDEF
3
L. WoodhouseDEF
11
A. OluwaboriDEF
8
T. PerryMID
31
J. Doyle-HayesMID
16
C. CumminsMID
12
R. ColeFWD
9
J. WarehamFWD
24
V. HarperFWD

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
7 G. Edwards(MID)
WalsallWalsallFormation: 4-2-3-1Predicted
19
A. PressleyFWD
6
S. SpranglerMID
17
C. ClarkeMID
7
T. SodjeMID
5
H. BurkeMID
15
I. MooreMID
2
R. BrowneDEF
25
D. SkuraDEF
3
M. HancockDEF
22
E. AhuiDEF
1
J. WardGK

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
21 Jenson Kilroy(GK)31 Tom Wooster(GK)4 J. Connolly(DEF)20 Roman Dixon(DEF)29 J. Furlong(DEF)26 R. Leak(DEF)11 R. Smith(MID)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

0 Exeter City wins0 draws0 Walsall wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway

Exeter City — Last 5 Matches

Walsall — Last 5 Matches

WWDWD
Bristol City1-0
League Cup
Gillingham3-0
League Two
Grimsby0-0
League Two
Accrington ST3-2
League Two
Crewe2-2
League Two

Exeter City — Next 5 Matches

Exeter City vs WalsallSat 5 Sept
League Two
Exeter City vs Tottenham Hotspur U21Tue 8 Sept
EFL Trophy
Port Vale vs Exeter CitySat 12 Sept
League Two
Exeter City vs TranmereSat 19 Sept
League Two
Cheltenham vs Exeter CityTue 22 Sept
EFL Trophy

Walsall — Next 5 Matches

Exeter City vs WalsallSat 5 Sept
League Two
Walsall vs RochdaleSat 12 Sept
League Two
Walsall vs Port ValeSat 19 Sept
League Two
Walsall vs StevenageTue 22 Sept
EFL Trophy
Tranmere vs WalsallSat 26 Sept
League Two

Match Odds

BookmakerHomeDrawAway
10Bet2.503.352.68
William Hill2.403.302.70
Bet3652.403.302.70
Marathonbet2.443.342.71
Unibet2.433.302.55
Betfair2.503.502.63
BetVictor2.383.402.63
Pinnacle2.473.392.76
SBO2.263.022.52
1xBet2.443.342.71
Betano2.473.302.75
Dafabet2.473.502.80

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