Exeter City kick-off their Emirates FA Cup adventures this Saturday against League One side Blackpool in a 3pm kick-off at St James Park
Ahead of the clash, City-manager Matt Taylor was keen that the team get the last two defeats out of the system and put on a good show for the St James Park crowd.
He said: “We are looking forward to this weekend’s game. We want to get the last two games out of our system as best we possibly can and put on a performance on our home ground – against a good League One team – in the FA Cup, which everyone is excited about.”
Asked what he could learn from the last two defeats, Matt added: “Well, we have got to be better than what we showed. We have got to give ourselves a chance to get a foothold and a bit of control in the game.
“The goals we feel, certainly at Tranmere last weekend, didn’t give us an opportunity to do that. They were poor goals from our point of view and we have got to withstand pressure at certain times and then affect the game in a positive manner.
Armistice Ceremony
City's FA Cup clash with Blackpool on Saturday, November 10 falls the day before the milestone Centenary Armistice Day. Our highly regarded pre-match ceremony will take place at St James Park prior to kick-off.
Wreathes will be laid on the pitch by both football clubs, the match officials and an Exeter City supporter. An invitation has also been extended to Blackpool to nominate one of their travelling fans to lay a wreath on their behalf.
Working with the Royal British Legion (RBL) City will use a special Armistice 100 commemorative coin for the coin toss.
Memorial Garden
As part of Exeter City's contribution to activities marking the end of The First World War, the Memorial Garden will be open from 1pm to 1:45pm.
You are welcome to visit, remember relatives who died in conflict, and place poppies or poppy crosses in the garden as an act of Remembrance.
Although a limited number of Royal British Legion crosses will be available in The Memorial Garden on the day, should have one already you are advised to bring it with you.
Standard RBL Poppies will be available as usual at various outlets around St James Park.
Ticket News
Tickets are on-sale reduced prices for the match, there are no advanced discounts. There are seats still available in both the Stagecoach Adam Stansfield Stand and the IP Office Main Stand so why not try it out whilst prices are cheaper?
There is plenty of spaces available in the Thatchers Big Bank, so come get behind the boys in red and white and help push City through to the second round!
To purchase tickets online click here. You can also call the club during the normal office hours on 01392 411243 or visit the club shop and reception in person between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
Ticket Collections
Supporters are encouraged to collect tickets before Saturday, or if they can’t then as early as possible on Saturday to avoid queues.
Key Matchday Info
When We Last Met
Blackpool 2-1 Exeter City – League Two play-off final (28/05/17)
The two sides’ previous meeting serves as a sore subject for the Grecians, as an ill-fated trip to Wembley saw them narrowly miss out on promotion thanks to a Mark Cullen winner.
Brad Potts opening the scoring with just three minutes on the clock, but David Wheeler restored parity just before the break with an impressive lob. Cullen was the difference-maker and Exeter City’s worst enemy though after prodding home late on though.
Match Sponsors
The match sponsor for Saturday is Heavitree Brewery, who are an independent, family owned tenant and leased pub company based in Exeter, Devon.
The match ball sponsor is Greendale Farm Shop, who are recent winners of the 'Best South West Butchers' by the Taste of the West.
Ashfords are sponsors of the latest edition of the match day programme, The Grecian. We are looking forward to welcoming our sponsors to the match and wish them a very pleasant day with us.
Matchday Programme
In the latest edition of The Grecian, you can read an in-depth feature interview with City striker Jayden Stockley. Inside, he discusses the Emirates FA Cup, life at City, ground redevelopments and what it’s like working under Matt Taylor.
The programme features a special cover dedicated to the 100 year armistice remembrance. Make sure you pick up a copy for just £3 from around the ground!
Bucket Collection
The bucket collection on Saturday is for the Adam Stansfield Foundation so please give generously to such a worthy cause.
Royal British Legion collection boxes are available in the club shop and centre spot for those who wish to make donations to RBL.
Red Square Activities
There will be lots going on in Red Square ahead of the match with Blackpool. There will be ambassadors handing out player stickers, the tombola stand will be in action and local food and drink is available from the catering stand.
Junior Grecians Family Zone
The Junior Grecians family zone will be open to its members from 12.30pm on Saturday and at 1.30pm for everyone else, including away supporters.
The zone has video consoles, large TV screens, a refreshments stall and table football. It is located near the players' entrance at the IP Office Stand.
Mascots
You can read their profiles in the match day programme. If you would like to be a matchday mascot this season, then contact our operations manager Andy Gillard via email at andy.gillard@ecfc.co.uk.
Club Shop
The club shop will be open from 11am to give you the opportunity to make some purchases ahead of the match and will close at 5.30pm.
