Key Match Stats
Exeter City and Accrington Stanley meet in a crucial Sky Bet League Two fixture, with Accrington failing to win any of their last four league games against Exeter (D2 L2). The Grecians dominated their March 2023 encounter with a 5-0 home victory, while Accrington’s last goal against Exeter came in a 2-1 loss in August 2022. Exeter, meanwhile, remain unbeaten in their last five opening home matches of a campaign, conceding just one goal across those games.
Historical Context
Accrington’s struggles against Exeter date back to their 2023 League One clash, where Exeter’s attacking prowess was on full display. The hosts recorded the most shots on target (9) and touches inside the opposition penalty area (44) in League Two on their opening day, yet failed to convert chances. Exeter, however, have won all their last two away games against Accrington, with a combined 5-0 scoreline, and have never kept a clean sheet in their opening three away EFL matches against any side.
Team Form
Accrington’s defensive issues persist, having failed to score in three of their last four games against Exeter. Exeter, conversely, have kept three clean sheets in their last four meetings with the Shakers, including a 2-0 victory in March 2023. For Accrington, this match represents a chance to end a four-game winless run against Exeter, while Exeter aim to extend their unbeaten start to the season.
