Shaftesbury vs Exmouth Goals and Key Moments Season 2025/2026

Tactical discipline and raw talent were on full display as Shaftesbury faced off against Exmouth at Cockrams Ground (Shaftesbury, Dorset). The FA Cup — 1st Round Qualifying fixture, contested on August 30, 2025, showcased the tactical evolution of both squads.

From the opening whistle, it was clear that both managers had done their homework. The midfield battles were intense, and the decisive moments came down to execution in the final third. It was a game where tactical adjustments made all the difference.

League Context & Table Position

Heading into this match, Shaftesbury were sitting in unknown place with 0 points. Their campaign has seen 0 wins and 0 draws, leaving them with a record of 0 losses.

Exmouth, sitting in unknown with 0 points, approached the game with a different philosophy. With 0 wins to their name, they aimed to exploit the spaces left by the hosts.

Historical Matchup

In their last 2 FA Cup — 1st Round Qualifying meetings, the balance of power has been intriguing. Shaftesbury have secured 1 wins.

However, Exmouth have proven to be tough opponents, winning 0 times. There have been 1 draws. Notably, both teams scored in 1 of these encounters, and over 2.5 goals were seen in 0 matches.

Recent Form Guide

Here is how both teams have fared in their recent matches before this encounter:

Full Match Replay

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