📝 Big Match Preview: City v Lincoln City

Exeter City will be looking to get back to winning ways in EFL Sky Bet League Two on Saturday, as they host league leaders Lincoln City at St James Park

The Grecians suffered their first league defeat of the season last time out away at MK Dons, and after the midweek trip to Craven Cottage, City will be looking for the three points. 

City manager Matt Taylor is expecting a tough challenge on Saturday. "I see it being a physical, high-tempo game and a high-standard game from two groups of really good players at this level.” said Matt.

“We are certainly going to be up for Saturday,” said Matt. “Everyone is looking forward to it and it is a proper game of football to look forward to."

Making your first trip to St James Park? Click here to find out all you need to know!

WHEN WE LAST MET

City last faced Lincoln City at St James Park in May 2018 in the play-off semi-final second-leg. On the night City booked their place at the League Two play-off final with a stunning 3-1 win with Jayden Stockley, Hiram Boateng and Ryan Harley all scored sublime efforts.

TICKET NEWS

The IP Office Stand is sold out for Saturday's game with Lincoln City, meaning that there is only standing tickets available in the Thatchers' Big Bank.

We would urge supporters to buy tickets in advance to avoid disappointment although it is likely you will still be able to purchase tickets for the game on the day or pay by cash on the turnstiles. If you want to buy your ticket in advance you can do so by clicking on the following link or by calling 01392 413952.

MATCHDAY SPONSORS 

We would like to welcome our match sponsors Heavitree Brewery and match ball sponsors Agency Assist to Saturday's match.

For more information about any of our sponsorship opportunities please contact Matt Kimberley at matt.kimberley@ecfc.co.uk.

Food and Drink

This week West Country Grill will be providing locally produced hot food in Red Square including Sausage baguettes, Bacon Rolls, Cheesy Chips and much more. Candy floss will also be available!

The Tombola stall will be open with free freezer pops for the kids on a first come first served basis!

GROUND INFORMATION

The new Jungle Path turnstiles will be in action from this Saturday's match against Lincoln City for the first time since the redevelopment project started.

The turnstiles are for access to the Thatchers Big Bank only and there will be a cash turnstile and a ticket turnstile open.

The toilets will be open but the refreshment kiosks aren’t quite ready yet but will follow soon.

Fans are encouraged to make use of the new turnstiles to allow for smooth, quick entry to St James Park and to reduce the pressure on Stadium Way.

Thank you for your support!

Turnstiles will open from 2pm.

MATCHDAY PROGRAMME

Our matchday programme, The Grecian, will be available around the ground for just £3. Inside you can read an exclusive feature with centre-back Aaron Martin as well as all the regular content from our contributors. 

The information post has copies of all our away programmes and team sheets for sale.  

FAMILY ZONE

The Junior Grecians family zone will be open to its members from 12.30pm on Saturday and at 1.30pm for everyone else, including away supporters. The zone has video consoles, large TV screens, a refreshments stall and table football. It is located near the players' entrance at the IP Office Stand. 

MASCOTS

You can read their profiles in the matchday programme. If you would like to be a matchday mascot this season, then contact our operations manager Andy Gillard via email at andy.gillard@ecfc.co.uk.

CLUB SHOP

The club shop will be open from 11am to give you the opportunity to make some purchases ahead of the match and will close at 5.30pm.