The 2025/26 League One season has kicked off at the Eco-Power Stadium, with Doncaster Rovers hosting Exeter City. This match was a significant one for both clubs, marking Doncaster’s return to League One after their promotion last season and Exeter’s aim to build on their previous campaign. The game was highly competitive, with both teams eager to start their season with a positive result.
The game was a tight and hard-fought affair, with both teams displaying incredible determination. However, it was Exeter City who secured a crucial away victory. Despite Doncaster’s efforts, the visitors’ attacking prowess proved to be the difference-maker. This result is a major statement from Exeter, who will be hoping to push for promotion once again this season, while Doncaster will need to regroup and focus on their next fixture.
What Time Does Doncaster Rovers vs. Exeter City Kick-Off?
Location: Doncaster, England
Stadium: Eco-Power Stadium
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
Kick-off Time: 10:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM BST
Indian Time (IST): 7:30 PM IST (Saturday, August 2, 2025)
Referee: Ross Joyce
Doncaster Rovers vs. Exeter City Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
The last five competitive meetings between Doncaster Rovers and Exeter City have been a mix of results.
Doncaster Rovers: 2 wins
Exeter City: 2 wins
Draws: 1
Last Meeting: May 3, 2024: Doncaster Rovers 2–1 Exeter City (League Two)
Current Form (All Competitions)
As this is the first competitive match of the 2025-2026 season for both teams, here is a look at their pre-season results:
Doncaster Rovers
July 26, 2025: Doncaster Rovers 0–1 Blackpool (Club Friendly)
July 19, 2025: MK Dons 1–3 Doncaster Rovers (Club Friendly)
July 15, 2025: Gateshead 0–3 Doncaster Rovers (Club Friendly)
July 12, 2025: Peterborough Sports 1–0 Doncaster Rovers (Club Friendly)
July 5, 2025: Grimsby Town 1–1 Doncaster Rovers (Club Friendly)
Exeter City
July 26, 2025: Exeter City 1–0 Swansea City (Club Friendly)
July 22, 2025: Torquay United 1–1 Exeter City (Club Friendly)
July 19, 2025: FC United 1–4 Exeter City (Club Friendly)
July 12, 2025: Weston-super-Mare 0–6 Exeter City (Club Friendly)
May 3, 2025: Mansfield Town 2–0 Exeter City (League One)
How to Watch Doncaster Rovers vs. Exeter City on TV, Live Stream
CountryTV/Live StreamUnited KingdomSky Sports +, Sky Sports App, Red ButtonUnited StatesN/ACanadaN/AGermanyN/AIndiaN/A
In the United Kingdom, fans can watch this match on Sky Sports + via their Sky Sports App or the Red Button.
FINAL Match Report
Final Score: Doncaster Rovers 1 – 2 Exeter City
Goal: Jack Aitchison (Exeter City) scored in the 22nd minute.
Goal: Joe Ironside (Doncaster Rovers) scored in the 56th minute.
Goal: Sonny Cox (Exeter City) scored the winning goal in the 83rd minute.
Key Moments: Exeter City took the lead in the first half through a well-taken goal from Jack Aitchison. Doncaster Rovers fought back in the second half, with Joe Ironside scoring a crucial equalizer. However, Exeter’s Sonny Cox scored late in the game to secure all three points for the visitors.
Man of the Match: Sonny Cox for his decisive goal and a strong attacking performance.
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