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Exeter City vs Luton

St James Park, Exeter17 October 2017 at 19:45
14
Away

Luton

Match Events

Exeter City
Luton
Kick Off
8′
J. Collins

assist: H. Cornick

J. Taylor

assist: J. Stockley

21′
Troy Brown37′
45′Glen Rea
Half Time
46′
D. Potts
52′
D. Hylton

assist: H. Cornick

55′
H. Cornick

assist: J. Collins

R. ReidL. McAlinden
61′
C. WoodmanM. Jay
61′
L. HolmesK. Edwards
70′
83′
H. CornickJ. Justin
89′
J. CollinsE. Lee
90+4′
L. BerryP. Ruddock
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal11
9Shots off Goal4
16Total Shots23
1Blocked Shots8
12Shots insidebox14
4Shots outsidebox9
11Fouls13
5Corner Kicks9
0Offsides2
45%Ball Possession55%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves5
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Exeter City is 6.93, compared to — for Luton. 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 (6.93), while Luton's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Exeter City have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by P. Sweeney (2G). Luton's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 5 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Luton's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Luton's 3 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Luton 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 —% for Luton. 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 Luton. 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 Luton average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 40 league appearances each, versus 0 for Luton. 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 City4-4-24-3-3Luton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Pym3Woodman21Moxey39Brown2Sweeney10Holmes4James25Taylor6Tillson33Reid11Stockley1Štěch6Cuthbert44Sheehan3Potts16Rea18Berry8Lee7Stacey9Hylton19Collins14Cornick

Substitutes

Coach: P. Tisdale

Substitutes

Coach: N. Jones

Exeter CityPosition StrengthLuton
6.93
Avg Rating
6.93Defender (5 v 4)
2G 0A0G 0A
Exeter City4-4-2
1GoalkeeperC. Pym
3DefenderC. Woodman
21DefenderD. Moxey
39DefenderT. Brown
2DefenderP. Sweeney6.92G
6DefenderJ. Tillson
10MidfielderL. Holmes
4MidfielderL. James
25MidfielderJ. Taylor
33ForwardR. Reid
11ForwardJ. Stockley
Luton4-3-3
1GoalkeeperM. Štěch
6DefenderS. Cuthbert
44DefenderA. Sheehan
3DefenderD. Potts
16DefenderG. Rea
18MidfielderL. Berry
8MidfielderO. Lee
7MidfielderJ. Stacey
9ForwardD. Hylton
19ForwardJ. Collins
14ForwardH. Cornick

Match Summary

Luton defeated Exeter City 4:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by J. Collins 8′, J. Taylor 21′, D. Potts 46′, D. Hylton 52′, H. Cornick 55′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Exeter City had 45% possession while Luton held 55%. Exeter City had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 23 (11 on target) for Luton. Exeter City made 3 substitutions, Luton made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Exeter City vs Luton Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Exeter City
3
wins
Drawn
3
Luton
6
wins
Total goals
35 · 2.9/match
Both scored
7/12 · 58%
Over 2.5
6/12 · 50%

Recent Form

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Luton

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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

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

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 City2wins
3draws10 meetings
Luton5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.9

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (31%) — the odds may underestimate Luton.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 32.5%Draw 28.7%Away 42.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.003.402.30
Max3.133.602.41
Market favourite:Luton · 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 market31.2%28.3%40.5%
Public market31.4%27.1%41.5%
Δ0.3%1.2%1.0%

Exeter City vs Luton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Luton
Result vs. Market: Luton (42%)

Result matched 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:11Luton
16Shots23
6Shots on target11

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
03/02/18Luton1–0Exeter City1.60/4.12/5.84
17/10/17Exeter City1–4Luton3.08/3.48/2.35
26/11/16Exeter City0–0Luton3.07/3.36/2.43
18/03/17Luton1–1Exeter City2.18/3.45/3.47
19/12/15Exeter City2–3Luton2.88/3.46/2.50
07/05/16Luton4–1Exeter City2.57/3.38/2.84
01/11/14Exeter City1–1Luton2.85/3.20/2.65
03/04/15Luton2–3Exeter City2.13/3.40/3.61
30/08/08Exeter City0–1Luton2.39/3.28/2.68
07/03/09Luton1–2Exeter City2.52/3.21/2.76

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: Luton

W 96D 67L 67
Over 2.546
Goals scored339

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026