Match report
Exeter City Defeat Stevenage 3-0 in League One Clash
Exeter City
3–0
FT
Stevenage
Jan 17, 2026
In an impressive display of offensive prowess and defensive resilience, Exeter City defeated Stevenage by a scoreline of 3-0 in their League One encounter. The victory was punctuated by key goals from J. Wareham (penalty), E. Brierley, and T. Tuterov. Despite multiple substitutions for both teams, Stevenage could not overcome the early deficit set by Exeter's potent attacking lineup.
Key Facts
- • Exeter City secured a 3-0 win over Stevenage in League One.
- • J. Wareham scored from a penalty at the half-hour mark (49').
- • E. Brierley extended Exeter's lead with a goal in the second half (72').
- • T. Tuterov sealed the victory for Exeter City late in the game (90').
Lineups
Exeter City
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 J. Whitworth (G)
- 26 P. Sweeney (D)
- 5 J. Fitzwater (D)
- 20 L. Woodhouse (D)
- 14 I. Niskanen (M)
- 6 E. Brierley (M)
- 31 J. Doyle-Hayes
- 34 L. Oakes (M)
- 12 R. Cole (F)
- 9 J. Wareham (F)
- 7 C. Mendes (F)
Substitutes
- 23 J. Bycroft
- 4 E. Turns
- 10 J. Aitchison
- 19 S. Cox
- 27 J. Magennis
- 28 T. Tuterov
- 42 G. Birch
Stevenage
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 T. Ashby-Hammond (G)
- 2 L. James-Wildin (D)
- 15 C. Goode (D)
- 5 C. Piergianni (D)
- 16 L. Freestone (D)
- 4 J. Houghton (M)
- 8 D. Phillips (M)
- 11 J. Roberts (M)
- 10 D. Kemp (M)
- 44 P. Patterson (M)
- 19 J. Reid (F)
Substitutes
- 36 M. Woodford
- 7 H. Cornick
- 17 J. Pattenden
- 18 H. White
- 20 C. Campbell
- 23 L. Thompson
- 30 B. Lubala
Timeline
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49' Exeter City Goal · PenaltyJ. Wareham -
57' Stevenage subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Houghton · On: H. White -
60' Exeter City subst · Substitution 1Off: C. Mendes · On: T. Tuterov -
68' Stevenage subst · Substitution 2Off: Jordan Roberts · On: H. Cornick -
72' Exeter City subst · Substitution 2Off: R. Cole · On: J. Aitchison -
73' Exeter City Goal · Normal GoalE. Brierley · Assist: J. Aitchison -
77' Stevenage subst · Substitution 3Off: Daniel Kemp · On: C. Campbell -
77' Stevenage subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Phillips · On: B. Lubala -
82' Exeter City subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Oakes · On: Ed Turns -
82' Exeter City subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Wareham · On: J. Magennis -
88' Stevenage Card · Yellow CardP. PattersonFoul
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90'+3 Stevenage Card · Yellow CardCharlie GoodeOff the ball foul
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90' Exeter City Goal · Normal GoalT. Tuterov · Assist: J. Aitchison
Match Stats
| Stat | Exeter City | Stevenage |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 13 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 70% | 67% |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 7 |
| Corners | 1 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 365 | 339 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| xG | 2.07 | 0.35 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 3 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 254 | 226 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Exeter City took control of the match with J. Wareham's penalty goal, setting a crucial early lead.
- ▸ The introduction of T. Tuterov and L. Oakes for Exeter City bolstered their attack and led to a decisive third goal.