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League Two | Sat 31 Oct, 15:00

Salford City v Exeter City Stats

Data last updated: Sat 31 Oct 2026, 15:24 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Salford City and Exeter City meet in a League Two clash where both teams have shown contrasting attacking outputs this season. Salford City, leading the table, have a solid defensive record conceding just 0.8 goals per game, while Exeter City boasts an even tighter defense with only 0.2 goals conceded on average. Salford's attack is more potent, averaging 2.2 goals per game compared to Exeter's 1.2, but Exeter's low BTTS rate and defensive discipline suggest a cautious, controlled match. Recent form data points to a tactical battle likely to limit goal-scoring opportunities, setting the stage for a low-scoring encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Under 2.5 Goals

  • Salford City concedes only 0.8 goals per game, showing defensive solidity.
  • Exeter City concedes an exceptional 0.2 goals per game, indicating strong defensive discipline.
  • Salford City’s over 2.5 goals rate is 60%, Exeter City’s is only 20%, suggesting fewer high-scoring games.
  • Both teams have low BTTS rates, with Exeter City at 20%, supporting a low-scoring match.
  • Recent form shows both teams favor cautious, defensive setups limiting goal chances.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 65.9% probability to Under 2.5 Goals, reflecting the strong defensive records of both sides and their recent low-scoring trends. Salford City’s defensive resilience combined with Exeter City's exceptional defensive discipline and low BTTS rate underpin this projection. The average goals in their recent head-to-head meetings is 1.8, further reinforcing the likelihood of a tightly contested match with limited goals. This pick offers positive value at of 2.08, supported by a high level of 86%.

Defensive StrengthSalford 0.8, Exeter 0.2 goals conceded per game
Strong positive
BTTS RatesSalford 60%, Exeter 20%
Positive
Recent H2H GoalsAverage 1.8 goals per match over last 5 meetings
Positive
Model Probability63.1% model chance vs 48.1% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Market Odds63.1% model chance vs 48.1% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Under 2.5 Goals is a sensible selection given the defensive solidity of both teams and their recent low-scoring encounters. Salford City’s strong defense and Exeter City’s exceptional discipline suggest a tactical match where goals will be limited. The data supports a cautious game with few clear-cut chances, making the under 2.5 goals market a logical choice.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Defensive discipline and tactical caution

“This fixture is shaped by defensive discipline and tactical caution, with both teams prioritizing control over open attacking play. The strong defensive numbers and low BTTS rates make Under 2.5 Goals a compelling angle despite Salford's attacking threat.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

Salford City concedes only 0.8 goals per game, showing defensive solidity.

Exeter City concedes an exceptional 0.2 goals per game, indicating strong defensive discipline.

Both teams have low BTTS rates, with Exeter City at 20%, supporting a low-scoring match.

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • In the last five matches between these teams, the average goals scored is 1.8, indicating a trend towards low-scoring games.
  • This trend, combined with both teams' defensive styles and cautious approach, supports the likelihood of under 2.5 goals, with tempo and chance quality favoring a controlled, less open game.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Salford City2.2
Avg goals scored
Exeter City1.2
Salford City0.8
Avg goals conceded
Exeter City0.2
Salford City60%
BTTS rate
Exeter City20%
Salford City60%
Over 2.5 goals
Exeter City20%
Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.08
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.73
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 47%
2
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 56%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 38%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 22%
2.75
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Both teams exhibit low BTTS rates, especially Exeter City at 20%, indicating frequent clean sheets or low-scoring games. Salford's higher BTTS rate is tempered by Exeter's defensive discipline, suggesting controlled goal-scoring opportunities and a match likely to stay under 2.5 goals.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionExeter City Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 42% vs implied 32% · edge +9.7 pts
3.1
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.73
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Exeter City to WinBetMGM guide price · model 28%
5
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Salford City Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 65%
1.35
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Salford City to WinBetMGM guide price · model 56%
1.62
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 26%
4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 38%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
The 63.1% for Under 2.5 Goals sits against roughly 48.1% implied by the current price (+15 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 60% for Salford City and 20% for Exeter City, so the goals angle is not just a price call.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Salford City

WWWWW
Last 55W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 109W 1D 0L
26 Oct 2026A Walsall4-2
20 Oct 2026A Bristol Rovers2-1
17 Oct 2026H Crawley Town2-1
10 Oct 2026A Cheltenham2-0
03 Oct 2026H Fleetwood Town1-0

Exeter City

WWDWW
Last 54W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 4D 2L
24 Oct 2026H Fleetwood Town2-1
20 Oct 2026H Crewe2-0
17 Oct 2026A Colchester0-0
10 Oct 2026A Shrewsbury1-0
03 Oct 2026H Rotherham1-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 54% vs implied 44% · edge +9.7 pts
2.25
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 82%
1.17
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Exeter City Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
3.1
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Exeter City to WinBetMGM guide price · model 28%
5
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Salford City Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 65%
1.35
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Salford City to WinBetMGM guide price · model 56%
1.62
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 26%
4
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Recent form data shows Salford City averaging 2.2 goals for and 0.8 against, while Exeter City averages 1.2 goals for and an impressive 0.2 against. Salford's over 2.5 goals rate is 60%, but Exeter's is only 20%, highlighting their defensive focus. Both teams have maintained low BTTS rates recently, reinforcing the likelihood of a low-scoring match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Salford City Over 2.5
20%Exeter City Over 2.5
1.8H2H avg goals
In the last five matches between these teams, the average goals scored is 1.8, indicating a trend towards low-scoring games. This trend, combined with both teams' defensive styles and cautious approach, supports the likelihood of under 2.5 goals, with tempo and chance quality favoring a controlled, less open game.

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