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Exeter City vs Stevenage

St James Park, Exeter16 December 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Trevor Kettle

Match Events

Exeter City
Stevenage
Kick Off
Half Time
L. James

assist: L. McAlinden

53′
56′
A. SamuelD. Newton
67′
J. SmithH. Beautyman
67′
C. WhelpdaleB. Kennedy
71′Joe Martin
P. Sweeney
71′
Liam McAlinden74′
L. McAlindenL. Holmes
78′
80′
M. Godden
Jayden Stockley86′
Troy Archibald-Henville87′
J. TaylorM. Jay
90′
R. HarleyK. Edwards
90′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Exeter City is 6.93, compared to — for Stevenage. 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 Stevenage'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). Stevenage'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 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Stevenage's 3-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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Stevenage's 4 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 Stevenage 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 Stevenage. 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 Stevenage. 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 Stevenage 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 Stevenage. 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 CityPosition StrengthStevenage
6.93
Avg Rating
6.93Defender (4 v 3)
2G 0A0G 0A
Exeter City
1GoalkeeperC. Pym
3DefenderC. Woodman
5DefenderT. Archibald-Henville
2DefenderP. Sweeney6.92G
15DefenderJ. Moore-Taylor
4MidfielderL. James
7MidfielderR. Harley
25MidfielderJ. Taylor
44MidfielderH. Boateng
11ForwardJ. Stockley
19ForwardL. McAlinden
Stevenage
1GoalkeeperJ. Fryer
25DefenderR. Henry
3DefenderJ. Martin
6DefenderL. Wilkinson
2MidfielderJ. Smith
7MidfielderC. Whelpdale
4MidfielderJ. King
11MidfielderT. Pett
24ForwardM. Godden
15ForwardA. Samuel
30ForwardM. McKee

Match Summary

Exeter City defeated Stevenage 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by L. James 53′, P. Sweeney 71′, M. Godden 80′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Exeter City made 3 substitutions, Stevenage made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Exeter City vs Stevenage Head to Head Results

24 stretnutí
Exeter City
12
wins
Drawn
8
Stevenage
4
wins
Total goals
57 · 2.4/match
Both scored
12/24 · 50%
Over 2.5
10/24 · 42%

Recent Form

Exeter City

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Stevenage

WDWDLW

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

Exeter City dominates

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

Exeter City7wins
2draws10 meetings
Stevenage1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (50%) — the odds may underestimate Exeter City.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

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 52.0%Draw 27.0%Away 24.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.903.503.93
Max1.963.834.20
Market favourite:Exeter City · Moderate 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 market49.7%25.5%24.8%
Public market51.2%25.7%23.2%
Δ1.4%0.2%1.7%

Exeter City vs Stevenage — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Exeter City
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (52%)

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:00Stevenage
15Shots8
8Shots on target2

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
26/03/22Exeter City2–1Stevenage1.75/3.64/4.75
09/10/21Stevenage2–2Exeter City2.78/3.10/2.63
02/02/21Stevenage0–1Exeter City3.67/3.32/2.09
23/01/21Exeter City3–1Stevenage1.61/3.77/5.94
08/02/20Exeter City2–1Stevenage1.67/3.65/5.58
10/08/19Stevenage0–1Exeter City2.82/3.23/2.57
22/04/19Stevenage1–1Exeter City2.46/3.22/3.04
02/10/18Exeter City1–0Stevenage2.01/3.55/3.82
28/04/18Stevenage3–1Exeter City3.50/3.40/2.17
16/12/17Exeter City2–1Stevenage1.92/3.71/4.04

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: Stevenage

W 155D 130L 165
Over 2.544
Goals scored533

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026