24 April 2021 at 14:00

Referee: R. Lewis

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Exeter City3wins
5draws10 meetings
Newport County2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

1.7

Average goals per game

20%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 45.9%Draw 30.7%Away 29.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.153.203.30
Max2.243.303.50
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Exeter City · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market43.0%29.4%27.6%
Public market44.1%28.8%27.1%
Δ1.2%0.7%0.5%

Exeter City vs Newport County — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (46%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Exeter CityHalf-time:00Newport County
9Shots11
0Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
02/04/22Newport County0–1Exeter City2.46/3.29/2.91
16/10/21Exeter City2–2Newport County2.22/3.31/3.24
24/04/21Exeter City0–0Newport County2.18/3.26/3.43
16/02/21Newport County1–1Exeter City3.20/3.13/2.36
26/12/19Exeter City1–0Newport County1.91/3.42/4.20
21/09/19Newport County1–1Exeter City2.55/3.31/2.90
19/01/19Newport County1–0Exeter City2.68/3.29/2.73
18/08/18Exeter City1–1Newport County2.04/3.41/3.79
01/01/18Newport County2–1Exeter City2.35/3.42/3.14
02/09/17Exeter City1–0Newport County2.33/3.41/3.09

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Away Record: Newport County

W 194D 153L 238
Over 2.547
Goals scored682

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Exeter City and Newport County drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. 3 yellow cards were shown. Exeter City had 52% possession while Newport County held 48%. Exeter City had 9 shots (0 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Newport County. Exeter City made 4 substitutions, Newport County made 1.

Match Events

Key match events between Exeter City and Newport County — 0 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Exeter City
Newport County
Kick Off
Half Time
J. CapriceJ. Key
54′
N. AtanganaB. Seymour
62′
R. McArdleA. Fisher
79′
J. TaylorR. Williams
79′
84′Lewis Collins
86′
L. CollinsN. Maynard
Full Time

Match Statistics

Exeter City had 52% possession against Newport County's 48%. Exeter City registered 9 shots (0 on target) while Newport County managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 12–8.

0Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal3
9Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots4
6Shots insidebox6
3Shots outsidebox5
12Fouls8
4Corner Kicks8
2Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves0
349Total passes311
212Passes accurate178
61%Passes %57%

Lineups

Exeter City lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under M. Taylor, while Newport County deployed a 3-5-2 under M. Flynn.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Exeter City is 6.95, compared to 6.88 for Newport County. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Exeter City's highest-rated starter is P. Sweeney (6.95), while Newport County's best-rated player is L. Shephard (6.88).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Exeter City have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by P. Sweeney (2G). Newport County's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by L. Shephard (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Exeter City deploy 3 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Newport County's 3-man backline averaging 6.88. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Exeter City field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Newport County's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Exeter City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Newport County averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 77% for Exeter City and 69% for Newport County. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Exeter City's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Newport County. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Exeter City's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: P. Sweeney (31), oldest: P. Sweeney (31)), while Newport County average 31.0 (youngest: L. Shephard (31), oldest: L. Shephard (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Exeter City's starters average 38 league appearances each, versus 13 for Newport County. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Exeter City3-4-1-23-5-2Newport County
GKDEFMIDFWD
24Andréss.6McArdle26Sweeney2Caprice34Hartrid.8Taylor4Atangana10Collins3Sparkes12Bowman17Jay1King17Bennett28Demetri.3Haynes32Shephard14Lewis4Labadie10Sheehan20Hartigan21Collins9Amond

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

Substitutes

Coach: M. Flynn

Exeter CityPosition StrengthNewport County
6.95
Avg Rating
6.88
6.95Defender (3 v 3)6.88
2G 0A1G 0A
Exeter City3-4-1-2
24GoalkeeperJ. Andrésson
6DefenderR. McArdle
26DefenderP. Sweeney7.02G
34DefenderA. Hartridge
2MidfielderJ. Caprice
4MidfielderN. Atangana
10MidfielderA. Collins
3MidfielderJ. Sparkes
8ForwardJ. Taylor
12ForwardR. Bowman
17ForwardM. Jay
Newport County3-5-2
1GoalkeeperT. King
17DefenderS. Bennett
28DefenderM. Demetriou
32DefenderL. Shephard6.91G
3MidfielderR. Haynes
14MidfielderA. Lewis
4MidfielderJ. Labadie
10MidfielderJ. Sheehan
20MidfielderA. Hartigan
21ForwardL. Collins
9ForwardP. Amond

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Exeter City have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Newport County show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Exeter City

DDWLDL

Newport County

LWLLWL

Exeter City vs Newport County Head to Head Results

Exeter City and Newport County have met 1 times — Exeter City won 1, Newport County won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Exeter City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.

1

Exeter City

0

Drawn

0

Newport County

Goals: 1Goals: 0

Recent Meetings (1)

11 Nov 2025Newport County0 – 1Exeter City
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026