Exeter City vs Bolton Wanderers predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Feb 22, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League One, on Saturday,

Exeter City

Bolton Wanderers

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As Exeter City prepares to host Bolton Wanderers in an English League One clash on February 28, 2026, both teams will be looking to gain crucial points as the season progresses. Recent form significantly favors Bolton, who have managed to secure two victories from their last five outings. In contrast, Exeter City is struggling, having not won any of their last five matches, a trend that could weigh heavily on their confidence heading into this fixture.

Tactically, Exeter may look to leverage their home advantage, aiming for an aggressive attacking approach to unsettle a Bolton defense that has shown vulnerability at times. However, their lack of recent success may hinder their execution. On the other hand, Bolton, with a more favorable form, is likely to adopt a balanced strategy, combining solid defensive organization with fast counter-attacks, which capitalized on the gaps left by opponents like Exeter.

Bookmakers have set odds that reflect the teams’ current trajectories, with Exeter at 3.62 for a home win compared to Bolton’s 2.01 for an away victory. Predictions suggest a 48.9% probability of an away win, making Bolton the favored side. Nevertheless, in football, outcomes remain uncertain, and Exeter could spring a surprise if they find their rhythm.

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Exeter
26.7%		 Draw
27.6%		 Bolton
45.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English League One Bolton: 1.71% Exeter: 0.1%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 3.45 3.45 2.02
MarathonBet 3.46 3.46 2.05 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 3.4 3.3 2.05
Pinnacle 3.52 3.34 2.05

Latest Results

21.02.26 Peterborough United – Exeter City – 3:3
17.02.26 Exeter City – Wycombe Wanderers – 1:1
14.02.26 Exeter City – Northampton Town – 0:0
07.02.26 Mansfield Town – Exeter City – 0:0
31.01.26 Exeter City – Rotherham United – 0:4		 21.02.26 Bolton Wanderers – Blackpool – 2:2
17.02.26 Reading – Bolton Wanderers – 1:1
14.02.26 Lincoln City – Bolton Wanderers – 1:1
07.02.26 Bolton Wanderers – Barnsley FC – 3:2
31.01.26 AFC Wimbledon – Bolton Wanderers – 0:1

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 14 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ League One (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 1.
  • In recent matches, Exeter has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Bolton is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Bolton might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 9:18. (average 1:2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Exeter won 0 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 4:6. (average 1:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 Bolton Wanderers – Exeter City – 2:1
    04.01.25 Exeter City – Bolton Wanderers – 1:2
    31.08.24 Bolton Wanderers – Exeter City – 0:2
    09.03.24 Exeter City – Bolton Wanderers – 2:2
    25.11.23 Bolton Wanderers – Exeter City – 7:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cardiff 33 21 6 6 64:36 28 69
    2 Lincoln 33 20 8 5 59:31 28 68
    3 Bolton 34 15 13 6 45:33 12 58
    4 Stockport County 32 16 8 8 46:38 8 56
    5 Bradford City 32 16 7 9 41:36 5 55
    6 Huddersfield 34 15 7 12 55:45 10 52
    7 Reading 33 12 12 9 48:43 5 48
    8 Stevenage 32 13 9 10 35:34 1 48
    9 Wycombe 33 12 11 10 46:36 10 47
    10 Luton 33 13 7 13 42:40 2 46
    11 Plymouth 33 14 4 15 49:49 0 46
    12 Peterborough 34 14 3 17 49:48 1 45
    13 AFC Wimbledon 32 12 6 14 39:46 -7 42
    14 Exeter 32 11 8 13 37:34 3 41
    15 Barnsley 30 11 8 11 50:52 -2 41
    16 Mansfield 31 10 9 12 37:35 2 39
    17 Doncaster 32 11 6 15 36:51 -15 39
    18 Blackpool 33 10 7 16 40:50 -10 37
    19 Leyton Orient 32 10 6 16 43:53 -10 36
    20 Burton 32 9 9 14 35:46 -11 36
    21 Wigan 32 8 10 14 34:46 -12 34
    22 Northampton 33 9 7 17 30:45 -15 34
    23 Rotherham 31 8 7 16 32:46 -14 31
    24 Port Vale 30 5 8 17 24:43 -19 23

    English League One Outrights

    1. Cardiff: 1.55 (55.42%)

    2. Lincoln City: 2.53 (33.95%)

    3. Stockport County: 47.5 (1.81%)

    4. Bolton: 50.33 (1.71%)

    5. Doncaster Rovers: 100 (0.86%)

    6. Wimbledon FC: 100 (0.86%)

    7. Bradford City: 100.33 (0.86%)

    8. Huddersfield: 130.2 (0.66%)

    9. Plymouth: 180.2 (0.48%)

    10. Stevenage: 180.2 (0.48%)

    11. Luton: 180.2 (0.48%)

    12. Wycombe: 180.2 (0.48%)

    13. Reading: 180.2 (0.48%)

    14. Barnsley: 280.2 (0.31%)

    15. Peterborough: 380.2 (0.23%)

    16. Mansfield: 880.2 (0.1%)

    17. Exeter: 880.2 (0.1%)

    18. Port Vale: 980.2 (0.09%)

    19. Northampton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    20. Leyton Orient: 980.2 (0.09%)

    21. Blackpool: 980.2 (0.09%)

    22. Wigan: 980.2 (0.09%)

    23. Rotherham: 980.2 (0.09%)

    24. Burton: 980.2 (0.09%)

    25. Doncaster: 1200.25 (0.07%)

    26. AFC Wimbledon: 1200.25 (0.07%)

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