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Harrogate Town vs Exeter City

EnviroVent Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire28 August 2021 at 15:00

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Exeter City
Kick Off
23′Harry Kite
42′Harry Kite
42′Harry Kite
J. Muldoon

Penalty

43′
Half Time
L. KerryS. Power
59′
Lewis Page61′
65′
T. DiengO. Edwards
65′
P. AmondS. Nombe
79′
J. Key
W. BurrellR. Fallowfield
81′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal6
18Total Shots13
9Blocked Shots4
11Shots insidebox11
7Shots outsidebox2
11Fouls6
7Corner Kicks6
1Offsides1
54%Ball Possession46%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves3
408Total passes346
272Passes accurate201
67%Passes %58%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.70, compared to 6.93 for Exeter City. 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. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is M. Oxley (7.19), while Exeter City's best-rated player is P. Sweeney (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by J. Muldoon (5G). Exeter City's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by P. Sweeney (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Harrogate Town deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Exeter City's 3-man backline averaging 6.93. 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

Harrogate Town field 3 midfielders averaging 6.47, versus Exeter City'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

Harrogate Town start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.56, compared to 3 for Exeter City 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 61% for Harrogate Town and 77% for Exeter City. 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

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Exeter City. 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 Harrogate Town's starting XI is 34.8 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)), while Exeter City average 31.0 (youngest: P. Sweeney (31), oldest: P. Sweeney (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

Harrogate Town's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 40 for Exeter City. 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.

Harrogate Town4-3-33-4-1-2Exeter City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Oxley23McArdle20Hall3Page6Burrell17Kerry4Falking.7Thomson16Pattison18Muldoon29Armstro.1Dawson26Sweeney5Ray2Caprice14Dieng34Hartrid.20Brown29Kite12Key11Amond7Jay

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthExeter City
6.70
Avg Rating
6.93
7.19Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.73Defender (4 v 3)6.93
1G 1A2G 0A
6.47Midfielder (3 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.56Forward (3 v 3)
5G 1A0G 0A
Harrogate Town4-3-3
1GoalkeeperM. Oxley7.21A
23DefenderR. McArdle
20DefenderC. Hall
3DefenderL. Page
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
17MidfielderL. Kerry
4MidfielderJ. Falkingham6.5
16MidfielderA. Pattison
7ForwardG. Thomson6.6
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
29ForwardL. Armstrong
Exeter City3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperC. Dawson
26DefenderP. Sweeney6.92G
5DefenderG. Ray
34DefenderA. Hartridge
2MidfielderJ. Caprice
14MidfielderT. Dieng
29MidfielderH. Kite
12MidfielderJ. Key
20ForwardJ. Brown
11ForwardP. Amond
7ForwardM. Jay

Match Summary

Harrogate Town and Exeter City drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by J. Muldoon 43′ (pen.), J. Key 79′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Harrogate Town had 54% possession while Exeter City held 46%. Harrogate Town had 18 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Exeter City. Harrogate Town made 2 substitutions, Exeter City made 2.

Rivalry since 2020

Harrogate Town vs Exeter City Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
1
wins
Drawn
1
Exeter City
1
wins
Total goals
10 · 3.3/match
Both scored
2/3 · 67%
Over 2.5
2/3 · 67%

Recent Form

Harrogate Town

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Exeter City

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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

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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.

Harrogate Town1wins
2draws4 meetings
Exeter City1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (41%) — the odds may underestimate Exeter City.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.0%

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 43.4%Draw 29.7%Away 32.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.302.90
Max2.363.413.12
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 52.6%
Market favourite:Harrogate Town · 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 market40.8%28.3%30.9%
Public market41.3%28.0%30.7%

Harrogate Town vs Exeter City — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Harrogate Town (43%)

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.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:10Exeter City
16Shots13
4Shots on target3

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
15/02/22Exeter City4–3Harrogate Town1.73/3.70/4.89
28/08/21Harrogate Town1–1Exeter City2.30/3.37/3.04
19/01/21Harrogate Town0–0Exeter City3.21/3.50/2.19
15/12/20Exeter City1–2Harrogate Town1.69/4.09/4.54

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Away Record: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026