Match Preview: Reading (H)

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Exeter City return to home soil for the first time in 17 days as Reading are the visitors to Devon on Tuesday evening. 

City are going well in League One, sitting fifth, and have not conceded a goal in the last six matches in all competitions, stretching back to mid-September. The Grecians come into the game on the back of a 2-0 win at Shrewsbury on Thursday. Reading are in mixed form with three wins and three defeats in their last six matches, but were 4-1 winners at home on Saturday, beating Crawley Town.

Gary Caldwell's Thoughts

"The detail that we have tells us that Reading are a very good team, and tactically they are very well set up.

"They have a very good manager and they are very aggressive when they try to win the ball back. We have to be very clear on what we need to do to win the game, and that is something we worked on yesterday - today we'll add the final bits.

"With SJP at night, it seems to create a different kind of atmosphere and hopefully we have big numbers and big voices - we have to give the supporters a performance as well."

Hear more from Gary:

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Tickets

With City's home league matches providing popular in the home areas over the last few seasons, it's worth booking early to gain admission! Don't forget, you save time and money by purchasing tickets in advance!

Admission prices 

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Ticket TypeAdvanceGateTicket TypeAdvanceGate
Adult£20£22Adult£27£29
Senior£17£19Senior£24£26
Young Adult 18-23£17£19Young Adult 18-23£24£26
Under-18£8£10Under-18£13£15
Wheelchair Area£17£19Wheelchair Area£24£26
Junior GreciansFree with an adult*---Junior GreciansFree with an adult*---

*JG are free, if bought with an adult ticket. Only the first 50 per game are free, after that they are priced as U18s.

Tickets purchased online, or on the matchday should be collected at the ticket booth in the Fan Zone.

Buy Tickets

Tickets can be purchased online via your ticketing account here, or in person at St James Park or by calling 01392 411 243.

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The Kit

City will be in their traditional home kit for this match.

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Match Sponsors

A big thank you to Michelmores who are match sponsors and Cooksleys who are ball sponsors!

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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Key Match Timings for a 7.45pm kick-off

How to follow

If you can't make it to SJP you can purchase an audio pass in the UK or a live stream overseas - click here to check the packages available.

Supporters who are unable to attend can watch the match LIVE on SkySports+ if they have the relevant subscription package. 

We will also be proving live coverage on our Twitter and Facebook pages and will have reaction from Gary Caldwell and a player after the match!

Matchday 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 Tuesday, click here.

Club Shop

The club shop is open from 9am on Tuesday 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!

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Junior Grecians Zone

The Junior Grecians Zone is open from 5.30pm to members and 6pm 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.

Centre Spot Bar

The Centre Spot Bar will be open from 5pm 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

Match Day Programme

Celebrating Gary Caldwell's 100th match in charge, the Grecian is jam packed full of Exeter City content and for just £2.50 it will keep you entertained throughout the weekend. Grab your copy from the sellers around the ground or the club shop!

Previous Encounter

Exeter City 2 Reading 1  | 26/09/23 | Sky Bet League One

Reece Cole scored a stoppage time winner as the Grecians continued their fine start to the season with a 2-1 win in August 2023.