Prediction: Cheltenham Town vs Exeter City | football news

Cheltenham Town struggled last season, but they are performing better this time. Their squad has a mix of experience and young players who can expect success in the EFL Trophy.

Why it matters

The EFL Trophy clash between Cheltenham Town and Exeter City is important for both clubs. Cheltenham have shown improvement this season and are in the play-off places, while Exeter are struggling for form. The result of this match can affect the direction of the season of both the teams.

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This Tuesday night, Cheltenham Town begin their EFL Trophy journey when they welcome Exeter City. While Europe's leading teams are away from action due to the first international break of the season, there are still a number of attractive betting offers available.

Decision: Cheltenham Town Draw No Bet
Best Odds: 19/20

As for Cheltenham, despite struggling at the bottom of the League Two table last season, coach Steve Cotterill's side have improved significantly this season. They are currently in the play-off spot and have been known for a strong performance recently. Cotterill's side have not lost any of their last five League Two matches, having played out a 1-1 draw against Colchester last weekend. Coming off the back of a thrilling 3-2 win against York City at the start of September, Cheltenham will be hoping for a strong performance at the start of their EFL Trophy journey. It is noteworthy that Tuesday's hosts have earned seven points from their first three fourth-tier matches.

Cheltenham Town Team News

Newcomer Favor Onukwuli has not played a match since the beginning of August, but he could make a comeback in this match. Cheltenham have received a fully healthy squad ahead of Tuesday's EFL Trophy opener. Although veteran player Andreas Wieman has scored in his last three consecutive League Two matches, he could be rested. Cotterill is likely to make changes to the team, and former Newport goalkeeper Joe Day could be handed goalkeeping duties.

Exeter City, meanwhile, were aiming to return to League One at the start of the 2026/27 season, but they now face a long crunch. With a 0-0 draw against Tranmere last weekend, Matt Taylor's side are looking for an encouraging improvement. However, since their debut last month, Exeter have won only one of their first seven League Two matches.

Exeter City Team News

21-year-old Sonny Cox missed Saturday's game against Tranmere with a muscle problem. Similarly, former Brighton youth player Ed Turns is also not expected to play in Tuesday's match. One-time Wigan attacker Gwyn Edwards, who made a permanent switch to St James' Park in the summer, could be given a full return here.

Some important points between Cheltenham Town and Exeter City:

• In the last 13 months when Cheltenham and Exeter have met in a competitive match, the Robins have won 2–0 at home.
• Cheltenham have earned seven points from their first three League Two matches.
• Exeter have won only one of their first seven League Two matches this season.
  *Tuesday's visitors have not scored in their last three consecutive matches against fourth-tier opponents.
• Exeter have suffered away defeats in all of their first four competitive matches, with the aggregate score being 6–1.

Conclusion
When Cheltenham welcomed Exeter last year, they secured a 2-0 victory. Cheltenham hope to continue their domestic success this time too. With seven points from their first three League Two matches, the Robins face an Exeter team that is struggling. Having lost all first four competitive matches, we are favoring a home draw no bet in midweek.

Decision: Cheltenham Town Draw No Bet
Best Odds: 19/20

What will happen next

Cheltenham Town will be looking to start their EFL Trophy campaign with a strong performance. Coach Steve Cotterill could potentially make changes to the team, including the return of freshman Favor Onukwuli. Exeter City need to improve their form if they are to achieve their aim of returning to League One.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will be the score of Cheltenham Town vs Exeter City match?

Match score is not given in this article.

What is Cheltenham Town's League Two position?

Cheltenham Town currently hold the play-off places and have not lost in their last five League Two matches.

When is Cheltenham Town's next match?

Cheltenham Town's next match is against Exeter City in the EFL Trophy.

Did Exeter City score goals in the last match?

No, Exeter City played a 0-0 draw against Tranmere in the previous match.

Which Cheltenham Town players can return in this match?

Faver Onukwuli may make a comeback in this match.

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