Exeter City vs Rotherham United: Match Preview, Predictions, and Lineup News

Exeter City is set to host Rotherham United at St James Park on Saturday, looking to extend their solid performance in League One. Currently, Exeter occupies the 11th spot in the league, trailing the playoff positions by just eight points. In contrast, Rotherham sits at 23rd place, only two points above relegation.

Match Preview: Exeter City vs Rotherham United

The last fixture for Exeter saw them earning a 2-2 draw against Reading, where Luca Woodhouse’s 93rd-minute goal salvaged a crucial point. Although captain Pierce Sweeney initially put Exeter ahead, Reading responded with goals from Will Keane and Paudie O’Connor. Exeter’s defense has been commendable this season, having conceded only 26 goals. Only one team, Stevenage, has a better defensive record.

Key Player for Exeter

Striker Jayden Wareham has been a standout performer, scoring ten league goals this season. He’s netted five times in his last eight outings and will look to maintain this momentum against Rotherham.

Rotherham United’s Situation

Rotherham recently ended an 11-match winless streak with a critical 2-1 victory over Northampton Town. Despite conceding the first goal by Tom Eaves, Harry Gray and debutant Emmanuel Adegboyega stepped up to secure the win. Manager Matt Hamshaw expressed satisfaction with the new signings’ contributions and hopes to build on this success.

Past Encounters and Current Form

• Rotherham previously defeated Exeter 1-0 this season.
• Exeter’s current League One form: WWDWWD.
• Rotherham’s recent League One form: LLLLDW.

Team News and Lineups

Exeter may see the return of Carlos Mendes Gomes and Jake Doyle-Hayes, who missed the last match. In the case of McMillan and Cole, they are likely to make way due to injuries. Jack Aitchison is also expected to rejoin the starting lineup.

Rotherham could be without Reece James, who left the game against Northampton due to injury. Ar’jany Martha may take his place, while Dan Gore is a contender to replace Shaun McWilliams.

Predicted Lineups

Match Prediction

Predicting a tight match, Filmogaz.com anticipates Exeter City will edge out Rotherham United, with a forecast of 1-0 in favor of the hosts. Exeter has been one of the league’s top-performing teams recently and aims to capitalize on Rotherham’s struggles away from home.