Match Preview: Chesterfield (H)

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Emirates FA Cup Second Round action takes place at St James Park on Saturday, as League Two side Chesterfield make the trip to Devon. 

After a chaotic 5-3 win over Barnet in the first round, the Grecians will be hoping to make it more routine this time around, but face a Chesterfield side who have been going well in the fourth tier. They won in the first round, beating Horsham 3-1 at home.

City were beaten 2-0 by Birmingham City on Tuesday evening, while the Spireites beat Barrow 1-0 on Saturday in their last fixture. 

Match Info

The winner will head through to the third round. If it is tied after 90 minutes, the match will go to extra-time and, if needed, penalties.

Admission prices 

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Ticket TypeAdvanceGateTicket TypeAdvanceGate
Adult£12£14Adult£16£18
Senior£10£12Senior£13£15
Young Adult 18-23£10£12Young Adult 
18-23
£13£15
Under-18£6£8Under-18£9£11
Wheelchair Area£12£14Wheelchair 
Area
£16£18

Buy Tickets

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Looking to make your trip to St James Park extra special for City's Emirates FA Cup clash with Chesterfield on Saturday November 30?

We have two fantastic options for you, either in the Heritage Lounge or Supporters' Trust suite for the match.

Supporters' Trust Suite

Join us for 'Pizza and a Pint' in the Trust Suite! The package includes a seat in the Nevada Construction Main Stand and a match programme and a pre-match player interview.

How to Buy

The cost is just £40 per-person!

Book online at: tickets.ecfc.co.uk.

For further information please call our commercial team on 01392 411 243 Option 5, email: commercial@ecfc.co.uk.

The Heritage Lounge

  • Access the lounge up to 3 hours prior to kick-off
  • Reserved seat in the main stand
  • Freshly prepared two course meal
  • Half-time tea and coffee
  • Complimentary matchday programme and teamsheet

  • Dedicated lounge host
  • Pre-match interview with Gary Caldwell
  • MOTM interview
  • MOTM presentation
  • Large screens showing Sky Sports and BT Sport
  • Premium cash bar with table service

How to Buy

Hospitality is available for just £65 per-person, and Supporters Trust members are entitled to a £5 discount. 

Book online at: tickets.ecfc.co.uk.

For further information please call our commercial team on 01392 411 243 Option 5, email: commercial@ecfc.co.uk.

Match Sponsors

Thank you to iLec Group for being our match sponsors this weekend!

Key Timings

Heading to SJP for the first time? Or need to make note of the timings for the kick-off?

Check out our handy table below:

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match info for a 3pm kick-off

Gary Caldwell's thoughts

Gary Caldwell has given his thoughts as the Grecians prepare to take on League Two side Chesterfield at St James Park on Saturday, hoping to make it to the third round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time since 2021.

"What we are a side is learning from the game we have just had an implementing principles we feel can be better. We always focus on ourselves and on the game, not looking ahead, and we will work on that tomorrow. If we take that into the game, I believe we can beat anyone."

Hear more from Gary:

Remote Stream

How to follow

Due to FA Cup rules, neither UK or overseas viewers have access to watch the match. Audio and match day passes aren't available for FA Cup matches. If you have a monthly or annual subscription, you will have access to audio commentary. 

Supporters who are unable to attend will only be able to follow the match via our social media channels - we will be providing live coverage on our Twitter/X and Facebook pages and will have reaction from Gary Caldwell and a player after the match!

Match Day Family Fun

Going to the football with your family is the perfect way to make memories you treasure, and at St James Park there is plenty on offer pre-match to keep the whole family entertained, and ensure a special day out.

For full details of all the activities happening at SJP on Saturday, click here.

Club Shop

The club shop is open from 11am on Saturday and is stocked with all three of City's kits for the 24/25 season as well as a range of training gear and pocket money items.

Don't forget, Supporters' Trust members, Junior Grecians and season ticket holders save 10% on full prices purchases!

New away shirt

Junior Grecians Zone

The Junior Grecians Zone is open from 12.30pm to members and 1pm to everyone, with plenty of activities for all our young Grecian supporters. 

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Food and Drink

One of the most important part of any match day! We have a wide range of hot and cold drinks and snacks available at the kiosk for away fans. CONTACTLESS CARD PAYMENT AVAILABLE!

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Kiosk Menu

In the Fan Zone, the bar and Kenniford Farm's van will also be open for refreshments and hot food. In the Fan Zone bar we will have our usual selection of pasties and sausage rolls from Chunk, as well as Big Al's Pizza Twists which have been a great seller so far!

Centre Spot Bar

The Centre Spot Bar will be open from 11.30am on Saturday. The Centre Spot is also home to The Famous Exeter City Real Ale and Cider Emporium, offering a great selection of real ales and ciders.

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Centre Spot Bar

Previous Encounter

Exeter City 2 Chesterfield 1 | 17/04/18

Exeter City kept up their hopes for automatic promotion with a vital 2-1 win over Chesterfield at St James Park. Jayden Stockley opened the scoring for the Grecians in the first half before an own goal from Alex Whitmore put City two goals to the good. The Spireites hit back through Andy Kellett late on but the Grecians did well to hold onto a precious three points.