Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor has given his pre-match thoughts as the Grecians prepare to take on high-flying Cardiff City at SJP on Saturday.
City pushed the League Leaders Lincoln City all the way on Tuesday night, and were unlucky to come away with no points. Matt is keen that we take the best bits from that performance into Saturday.
"We can take the second half performance, and take heart from how we stood up to a physical team and best team in the league as it stands," said Matt. "They had chances and our keeper has made some saves and the goal was offside so we can take frustration from that.
"I felt the way the game went in the second half suited us, the players and our fanbase. We didn't quite create many clear cut chances but we were on the ascendancy so I'll be looking for the start of the game to look similar to that. It's a totally different opposition and challenge - they are still one of the best teams in the league, fantastic individuals but a different style to Lincoln and challenge in its own way. So we have to play our best game from the start."
Matt is expecting a great atmosphere on Saturday and is looking for a quick tempo match at the Park.
"You put this in isolation and it's Exeter vs Cardiff and there isn't a bigger game this season. Hopefully it's as close to a sell out if not a sell out. We know their fans will come in great numbers and voice and similar to Tuesday that puts a bit of added impetus onto the game.
"Our fans will react well and support us and the tempo and speed of the game will hopefully be at a high level from the start."
Limited tickets are still available for the Big Bank for Saturday, and Matt is encouraging the Grecian faithful to come show their support.
"We need the fans support and for them to come in numbers and full voice. I've said so many times when we play teams with a history and stature like Cardiff we really need their support. We are looking forward to representing the club and City as always and hopefully give them something to shout about."
Watch Matt's full interview below: