Football

Exeter City v Cardiff City preview

Exeter City have the chance to record seven pre-season wins from seven as they welcome Cardiff City to St James Park tonight (July 28th).

With City’s Sky Bet League Two season kicking off in just over a week against Blackpool, the tie against the Bluebirds will be the last chance for the players in a game situation, to convince manager Paul Tisdale they are worthy of a starting place at Bloomfield Road on August 6.

The Grecians beat Taunton Town on Tuesday night as City rounded off their pre-season away fixtures. Prior to that victory they had already beaten Weymouth FC,...

City's Ollie Watkins excited about new season

Exeter City striker Ollie Watkins says he and the rest of the Exeter City squad are excited for the season to begin and are looking to gain promotion from Sky Bet League Two.

With the Grecians hard at work in pre-season they have won five consecutive warm up fixtures, with the latest an assured 1-0 win over Championship side Burton Albion.

Watkins, who scored the only goal of the game against the Brewers, was happy with his performance and was delighted to notch the winner, a smart finish into the top corner of Burton’s Jon McLaughlin’s near post, he said: “I’ve hit it on...

Exeter City 1-0 Burton Albion

Ollie Watkins scored the only goal of the game as Exeter City beat Championship side Burton Albion 1-0 in a pre-season friendly at St James Park.

Watkins, who found himself some space in the Brewers penalty area, struck a smart finish high into the near corner to leave Burton goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin with little chance of getting a hand to it.

In a game of few clear cut chances City kept up their impressive pre-season record with an assured performance against Nigel Clough’s men, who fielded a strong side, making the victory all the more impressive for Grecians boss Paul...

Exeter City vs Burton Albion preview

Exeter City are back in pre-season action as Paul Tisdale’s side welcome Burton Albion to St James Park.

The Sky Bet League Two club are currently fine-tuning their preparations for the season, which kicks off with a long trip to Blackpool on August 3, and the Grecians go into this warm up tie following four consecutive pre-season wins.

The club have just returned from a short spell in Cornwall, which featured two victories over Bodmin Town and Truro City, but will now take on a Burton Albion side who are currently preparing for a season in the Championship.

The...

Archibald-Henville completes City return

Exeter City are delighted to announce that centre-back Troy Archibald-Henville has completed his return to the club following a two-year spell at Carlisle United.

Troy is City’s fourth recruit of the summer, following the acquisitions of midfielder Lloyd James, and strikers Robbie Simpson and Liam McAlinden.

London-born Troy began his career at Tottenham Hotspur. He would go on to captain Spurs’ reserve side and feature in the first-team squad on two occasions including for the North London derby in December 2007.

After a temporary switch to Norwich City, the 27-...

City to host the Bees in EFL Cup First Round

Exeter City Football Club has confirmed that the EFL Cup first round fixture against Brentford will be played on Tuesday 9 August at St James Park (7.45pm kick-off).

City face a busy opening schedule with this fixture the first of three home games within eight days.

Admission has therefore been reduced throughout the ground to ensure that the match is accessible to all.

Adult entry is available from £10, Seniors (over 62) from £6 and Students/U18s from £3. There are no advance discounts.

This match is the start of a number of initiatives that will run...

Exeter City to hold community football tournament

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sat, 06/25/2016 - 10:07pm

Exeter City Football Club will once again celebrate local diversity by holding a community football tournament on Sunday 3 July. Both male and female teams will compete for trophies. The 6 a side competition has been organised by Exeter City Supporters Trust’s One Game One Community Group and Exeter City’s Football in the Community team.

It will take place at the University of Exeter’s Streatham Sports Complex. The tournament, now in its 12th year, encourages participation from local community teams and especially black and minority ethnic players. The event attracts players from...

Exeter City to remember players killed in Somme

Exeter City Football Club will be remembering four former players who died during the Battle of the Somme at a special ceremony to be held at their St James Park war memorial.

The memorial service, in partnership with the Royal British Legion, will take place at 2pm on Friday 1 July. This is the exact centenary of the first day of the Battle of the Somme. That day alone saw 57,470 British casualties including 19,240 who were killed. Two Exeter City players - Fred Bailey and Evelyn Lintott died on this first day and two others Arthur Evans and Percy Worner during the rest of the...

Regus helps Exeter workers to catch the big match

Free access to local business lounges to help people work locally and be ready for England vs Wales 2pm kick-off. Workplace provider Regus is helping local professionals to catch the England vs Wales European Championship match by opening its business lounges up for free. The match has been touted as one of the biggest Internationals for both countries in decades. Unfortunately, tournament organisers have scheduled a 2pm kick-off on Thursday 16th June – presenting a logistical challenge for the UK’s football mad workforce. Regus has provided local workers with a solution, enabling them to...

Avoid getting a red card during Euro 16

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/08/2016 - 12:58pm

Devon and Cornwall Police’s latest domestic abuse campaign warns potential offenders of the consequences of letting their emotions get the better of them during the Euro 16 football tournament.

Statistics show that domestic abuse increases during the summer, especially when a large sporting event taking place.

Police ask people to be aware of their behaviour and mood when watching the football. Emotions run high and frustration and competitiveness can cause tempers to flare. Police warn people that they could face a one month ban from seeing their families if they use or...

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