Exeter City vs Stockport County predictions, Apr 18, 2026

English League One, on Saturday,

Exeter City

Stockport County

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On April 18, 2026, Exeter City will host Stockport County in a crucial English League One clash at St James Park. Exeter City enters the match struggling with form, having secured just one victory in their last five outings. This decline can be attributed to a lack of offensive momentum, which has seen them manage only a handful of goals during this period. Their tactical setup will need to enhance attacking fluidity to pose a serious threat to Stockport.

In contrast, Stockport County is riding a wave of momentum, achieving three wins in their last five matches. This strong form has been bolstered by a solid defensive structure and effective counterattacks, allowing them to capitalize on transitional opportunities. The away side’s clinical finishing will be key as they aim to maintain their upward trajectory in the standings.

Bookmakers’ odds reflect this disparity, favoring Stockport County at 1.98 compared to Exeter’s odds of 3.4. With model predictions assigning a 48.9% chance of an away victory and only a 25.4% probability for a home win, Stockport appears well-positioned. However, in the unpredictable realm of football, surprises can lurk around any corner, making this matchup one to closely watch.

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Exeter
26.9%
Draw
26.9%
Stockport
46.2%

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Latest Results

11.04.26 Plymouth Argyle – Exeter City – 2:2
06.04.26 Exeter City – Doncaster Rovers – 3:0
03.04.26 Blackpool – Exeter City – 1:0
28.03.26 Exeter City – Leyton Orient – 0:0
21.03.26 Wigan Athletic – Exeter City – 2:0
06.04.26 Bolton Wanderers – Stockport County – 2:2
03.04.26 Stockport County – Wycombe Wanderers – 3:0
28.03.26 Stockport County – AFC Wimbledon – 3:0
21.03.26 Luton Town – Stockport County – 1:1
17.03.26 Stockport County – Northampton Town – 2:1

Facts

  • An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 21 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ League One (Play Offs: )).
  • Exeter has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Stockport is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Stockport may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Stockport is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 0:5. (average 0:1.7).
  • Including home match between the teams, Exeter won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 0:2.

    Latest Head To Head

    18.10.25 Stockport County – Exeter City – 1:0
    05.04.25 Exeter City – Stockport County – 0:2
    07.12.24 Stockport County – Exeter City – 2:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Lincoln ✔ 42 28 9 5 79:36 43 93
    2 Cardiff 41 24 9 8 76:42 34 81
    3 Bradford City 42 21 8 13 52:46 6 71
    4 Bolton 42 18 16 8 59:44 15 70
    5 Stockport County 40 19 10 11 59:50 9 67
    6 Stevenage 41 19 10 12 43:38 5 67
    7 Plymouth 42 19 6 17 66:58 8 63
    8 Huddersfield 42 17 11 14 65:56 9 62
    9 Reading 43 16 14 13 62:55 7 62
    10 Luton 41 17 10 14 57:50 7 61
    11 Wycombe 43 16 12 15 63:51 12 60
    12 Barnsley 40 14 12 14 63:65 -2 54
    13 Mansfield 40 13 14 13 50:43 7 53
    14 Doncaster 42 15 8 19 43:64 -21 53
    15 Wigan 42 13 13 16 46:56 -10 52
    16 Peterborough 41 15 6 20 60:58 2 51
    17 Burton 43 13 12 18 46:56 -10 51
    18 Blackpool 43 14 9 20 51:65 -14 51
    19 Leyton Orient 42 14 8 20 57:66 -9 50
    20 AFC Wimbledon 42 14 8 20 49:63 -14 50
    21 Exeter 43 12 11 20 47:55 -8 47
    22 Rotherham 41 9 10 22 36:62 -26 37
    23 Northampton 41 9 8 24 34:60 -26 35
    24 Port Vale 39 8 10 21 30:54 -24 34

    English League One Outrights

    1. Lincoln City: 1 (98.48%)

    2. Cardiff: 65 (1.52%)

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