Exeter City vs Wigan Prediction

In the first round of the English FA Cup, Exeter City and Wigan Athletic are set to clash.

Exeter City comes into this FA Cup fixture after a grueling EFL Cup matchup against Middlesbrough. Despite a commendable effort, they succumbed to a 2-3 defeat, conceding a late penalty that denied them the chance to progress. The impact of such a demanding game might play a role in their performance against Wigan.

Wigan Athletic, who had enjoyed a four-game winning streak, faced a setback in their recent clash against Charlton, ending in a 2-3 loss. While they exhibited resilience in the second half, rallying with two late goals, it was not enough to overturn the deficit. This loss will undoubtedly fuel their hunger for redemption in the FA Cup.

In their previous head-to-head matchup, Wigan emerged victorious with a 2-0 win, establishing a psychological advantage going into this encounter.

Taking into account recent performances and historical matchups, Wigan Athletic emerges as the likely contender to secure a victory in this FA Cup clash. The momentum they gained during their winning streak, coupled with Exeter City’s recent struggles, positions Wigan as the more favorable side.

Exeter City have scored 0 goals and conceded 0 goals in their last 5 games.

Wigan have scored 0 goals and conceded 0 goals in their last 5 games.