Exeter City - Carlisle predictions and free betting tips [06/01/2024]

On the 6th of January, in League One, England's third-strongest division, Carlisle United will face Exeter City at 'St James' stadium. 

Exeter City

The club has spent the last 10 years in the English League 2, and finally, two seasons ago managed to acquire a ticket to League 1 again. Upon their return, the team secured the 14th position, proving to be a solid mid-table team. Current form is a cause for concern as they sit in the too-close-for-comfort 21st place in the league table after 24 matches.

Following a draw with Stevenage (1:1), the club suffered a defeat to Cambridge (0:2). In the next match, they overcame Wycombe with a minimal score. This was followed by a goalless stalemate with Portsmouth. In their recent outing, they succumbed to a narrow loss to Reading (2:3).

Carlisle United

Having spent 10 years in League 2, a 5th place finish last season brought a victorious promotion play-off last season. Carlisle's season is not going as brilliantly as hoped, currently sitting in the 22nd position with a tally of 20 points.

In their 21st match, they drew with Northampton (2:2). This was followed by a minimal loss to Cheltenham. After another draw with Fleetwood (1:1), they lost to Wigan (0:2). In their most recent match, Carlisle claimed victory over Port Vale (2:1).

Head-to-Head

The last face-off between Carlisle and Exeter was on August 19, 2023. That meeting concluded with an away triumph for Exeter (2:0).

Prediction

In this clash, I suggest placing the wager on the victory of the hosts. Both teams aren't having the best of runs, however, comparing the two, the hosts seem to be in a bit better shape. Additionally, Carlisle boasts a rather dismal away standoff.

The total forecast

I posit this confrontation is unlikely to produce a high-scoring encounter, hence recommending to bet on under 2.5 total goals.