Peterborough United vs Exeter City: match statistics
Peterborough United holds a clear advantage in home matches, with a 44% win rate, averaging 1.69 goals per game and a goal difference of +8. The hosts boast significantly better offensive efficiency (4.38 shots on target per game) and ball possession dominance (58%) compared to the visitors. Exeter City performs poorly in away matches – only a 25% win rate, 44% of games without a goal scored, and an average of just 0.81 goals per game. The recent form of both teams also favors the hosts – Peterborough averages 1.2 points per game in their last five matches, while Exeter averages only 0.8 points with four draws. Considering all statistics, especially Peterborough's home advantage and Exeter's offensive struggles on the road, the most likely scenario is a home win, although the visitors' solid defense (25% clean sheets) could make the task difficult.
Peterborough United vs Exeter City: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Peterborough United played against Exeter City in EFL League One (England). The game was played on February 21, 2026. Final score: 3:3.
Recent form
Peterborough United has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Exeter City has 0 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Peterborough United scores 1.39 goals per game and allows 1.36. Exeter City scores 1.10 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Peterborough United's games and 35% of Exeter City's. The Over 2.5 rates are 55% and 39%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Peterborough United has the higher season xG average, 1.30 to 1.24 per game. Peterborough United takes 11.9 shots per game, while Exeter City takes 10.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Peterborough United leads at halftime in 30% of its games and scores 0.79 goals per game after halftime. Exeter City leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.68 after halftime.
When the teams score
Peterborough United's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (11 goals). For Exeter City, it is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.60 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Peterborough United holds a clear advantage in home matches, with a 44% win rate, averaging 1.69 goals per game and a goal difference of +8. The hosts boast significantly better offensive efficiency (4.38 shots on target per game) and ball possession dominance (58%) compared to the visitors. Exeter City performs poorly in away matches – only a 25% win rate, 44% of games without a goal scored, and an average of just 0.81 goals per game. The recent form of both teams also favors the hosts – Peterborough averages 1.2 points per game in their last five matches, while Exeter averages only 0.8 points with four draws. Considering all statistics, especially Peterborough's home advantage and Exeter's offensive struggles on the road, the most likely scenario is a home win, although the visitors' solid defense (25% clean sheets) could make the task difficult.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Peterborough United | Exeter City | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.35 | 0.31 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Peterborough United is 50% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Peterborough United · 0.8 pts / game - Exeter City
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Peterborough United is 26% better for: goals scored per game.
1.39 goals / game - Peterborough United · 1.1 goals / game - Exeter City
Exeter City is 36% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.36 goals / game - Peterborough United · 1 goals / game - Exeter City
Peterborough United scores in 73% of games (24 of 33 meczów), while Exeter City keeps a clean sheet in 35% (11 of 31 meczów).
Exeter City scores in 65% of games (20 of 31 meczów), while Peterborough United keeps a clean sheet in 24% (8 of 33 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Peterborough United
Over / Under - Exeter City
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Peterborough United is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.24 pts / game - Peterborough United · 1.16 pts / game - Exeter City
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Peterborough United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Exeter City - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 35%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 60% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (11 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Peterborough United
Exeter City
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Peterborough United | Liga | Exeter City | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.76 | 2.60 | ▼ 2.10 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 48% | 51% | ▼ 35% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 55% | 50% | ▼ 39% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 24% | 27% | ▲ 35% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 69% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 82% | 80% | ▼ 68% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Peterborough United's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Exeter City. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Peterborough United vs Exeter City?
The EFL League One match finished Peterborough United 3:3 Exeter City. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Peterborough United vs Exeter City?
Peterborough United score 1.39 goals per game on average and Exeter City 1.10. The EFL League One average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Peterborough United's matches and 35% of Exeter City's.
What form are Peterborough United and Exeter City in?
Over the last 5 games Peterborough United have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Exeter City 0-4-1 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Peterborough United vs Exeter City?
The statistical background for Peterborough United vs Exeter City — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.