Exeter City vs Luton Town predictions for Tuesday’s EFL Cup clash. Fresh off securing their inaugural Premier League point, Luton Town aim for a smooth entry into the EFL Cup’s fourth round as they face League One side Exeter City this Tuesday. Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.
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Exeter City vs Luton Town Predictions
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Luton and Exeter’s EFL Cup Showdown: More Than Just a Cup Tie
Key Stats
– Luton Town have remained unbeaten against Exeter in their last seven encounters.
– Luton’s Carlton Morris has already found the back of the net twice this season.
Fresh off the heels of acquiring their inaugural point in the Premier League, Luton Town are eyeing progression to the fourth round of the EFL Cup. They’re scheduled to lock horns with Exeter City, a commendable team from League One, this Tuesday.
The Hatters have reached this stage by narrowly overcoming Gillingham 3-2 in round two. Exeter City, on the other hand, have demonstrated their mettle by defeating both Crawley Town and Stevenage in this 2023-24 campaign.
Exeter began the season in stunning fashion, suffering only one loss in their initial eight games spanning all competitions. This included a triumphant penalty shootout against Stevenage in the EFL Cup’s second round. However, Gary Caldwell’s troops have experienced a sudden downturn recently, with a devastating 9-0 defeat against Reading in the EFL Trophy being a notable low point. Their recent 3-0 setback against Oxford United has added to the gloom.
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Luton Town’s recent Premier League performance saw them salvage a draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in a thrilling encounter. Although they dominated the early proceedings, Luton only managed to register on the scoresheet via a Carlton Morris penalty. Despite their persistent pressure, they couldn’t clinch the winner.
Their history in this competition hasn’t been rosy either, with Luton yet to keep a clean sheet since the season’s onset. Nevertheless, their pedigree suggests they’re the favourites to advance to round four, something they last achieved in the 2007-08 season.
Interestingly, it’s been a while since Luton and Exeter faced each other. When they last clashed, Luton boasted a seven-game unbeaten streak against Exeter, whose most recent victory over Luton dates back to 2015.
Player Analysis and Team News
Recent dealings in the transfer market saw Exeter loan Admiral Muskwe from Luton. He, however, will be absent for this encounter, not due to the loan agreement but owing to a calf injury. Exeter’s injury woes don’t end there, with multiple players including Ryan Trevitt, being doubtful for this fixture.
Luton, meanwhile, emerged unharmed from their recent skirmish against Wolves. They will, however, miss a few players due to injuries, with Ross Barkley’s anticipated return set for the upcoming weekend against Everton.
Predictions and Analysis
1. Match Outcome Prediction: Given Exeter’s recent slump, Luton seem to have the edge. Based on their resilient display against Wolves and Exeter’s confidence-hit from the 9-0 drubbing, Luton to win appears to be a reasonable prediction.
2. Correct Score Prediction: Luton’s attack, paired with Exeter’s recent defensive frailties, suggests that goals might flow. A 2-1 victory for Luton appears plausible.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Carlton Morris stands out for Luton, having already netted twice this season. With Luton expected to press forward, he might find himself on the scoresheet.
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