Exeter City vs Accrington Stanley predictions, Aug 22, 2026

English League Two, on Saturday,

Exeter

Accrington

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As Exeter City gears up to host Accrington Stanley on August 22, 2026, both teams will be looking to improve their recent performances in League Two. Exeter has struggled of late, securing just one win from their last five matches, which has placed added pressure on their home advantage. However, the Grecians have traditionally been a tough opponent at St James Park, and they will aim to leverage their home support and familiarity with the pitch to turn their fortunes around.

Accrington Stanley, on the other hand, comes into this match with a slightly more favorable form, having won two of their last five outings. The visitors will look to capitalize on Exeter’s recent difficulties, employing a tactical approach that focuses on speed in transition and solid defense. Their ability to adapt to various playing styles may give them an edge as they seek to upset the home side.

Bookmakers reflect a balanced outlook, giving Exeter a 1.92 odds for a home win versus Accrington’s odds of 3.8. Our model estimates a 49.1% chance of an Exeter victory, highlighting the competitiveness of the match. While Exeter’s home advantage may tip the scales slightly in their favor, Accrington’s recent form indicates that an upset is certainly within the realm of possibility.

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Exeter
49%
Draw
27%
Accrington
24%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.90 3.55 3.96
betsson 1.88 3.40 3.95
MarathonBet 1.89 3.48 3.88 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.85 3.45 3.85
Pinnacle 1.92 3.4 3.81
Best for US Customers 1.90 3.40 3.75

Latest Results

15.08.26 Grimsby Town – Exeter City – 1:0
10.08.26 Plymouth Argyle – Exeter City – 2:0
01.08.26 Exeter City – Bristol City – 1:1
31.07.26 Torquay United – Exeter City – 2:1
25.07.26 Weston-super-Mare – Exeter City – 0:2
15.08.26 Accrington Stanley – Colchester United – 2:2
08.08.26 Crewe Alexandra – Accrington Stanley – 2:1
01.08.26 Accrington Stanley – Sheffield Wednesday – 0:0
28.07.26 Accrington Stanley – Bury FC – 1:0
25.07.26 Chorley – Accrington Stanley – 0:3

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 2.
  • Exeter is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Accrington has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Exeter has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Exeter is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 14 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 8 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 26:16. (average 1.9:1.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Exeter won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 12:6. (average 1.7:0.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    25.03.23 Exeter City – Accrington Stanley – 5:0
    27.08.22 Accrington Stanley – Exeter City – 0:0
    14.04.18 Accrington Stanley – Exeter City – 1:1
    25.11.17 Exeter City – Accrington Stanley – 2:0
    11.03.17 Exeter City – Accrington Stanley – 0:2

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Walsall 1 1 0 0 3:0 3 3
    2 Newport 1 1 0 0 3:0 3 3
    3 Barnet 1 1 0 0 3:1 2 3
    4 Oldham 1 1 0 0 2:0 2 3
    5 Tranmere 1 1 0 0 2:0 2 3
    6 York City 1 1 0 0 3:2 1 3
    7 Cheltenham 1 1 0 0 2:1 1 3
    8 Crewe 1 1 0 0 1:0 1 3
    9 Grimsby 1 1 0 0 1:0 1 3
    10 Fleetwood 1 1 0 0 1:0 1 3
    11 Colchester 1 0 1 0 2:2 0 1
    12 Accrington 1 0 1 0 2:2 0 1
    13 Northampton 1 0 1 0 0:0 0 1
    14 Swindon 1 0 1 0 0:0 0 1
    15 Bristol Rovers 1 0 0 1 2:3 -1 0
    16 Rotherham 1 0 0 1 1:2 -1 0
    17 Chesterfield 1 0 0 1 0:1 -1 0
    18 Crawley 1 0 0 1 0:1 -1 0
    19 Exeter 1 0 0 1 0:1 -1 0
    20 Salford 1 0 0 1 1:3 -2 0
    21 Port Vale 1 0 0 1 0:2 -2 0
    22 Shrewsbury 1 0 0 1 0:2 -2 0
    23 Rochdale 1 0 0 1 0:3 -3 0
    24 Gillingham 1 0 0 1 0:3 -3 0

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