Walsall face a key test of their early-season form with a trip to face Exeter City in League Two this Saturday. The Saddlers have taken eight points from their first four matches and sit 13th in the table, a position they will aim to improve upon after finishing last season with 65 points.
How is Walsall's form under Lee Grant?
According to a match preview from Exeter City Football Club, Walsall arrive in Devon in strong early-season form. The club has collected eight points from its opening four League Two fixtures, with the most recent result being a 2-2 draw away at Crewe Alexandra. Manager Lee Grant, the former Manchester United goalkeeper, took charge ahead of the new campaign and has overseen this positive start.
The team's underlying statistics from the final 2025 table show a need for greater consistency. They finished with 18 wins, 11 draws, and 17 losses from 46 games, scoring and conceding 56 goals each for a zero goal difference. Their recent form at the end of that campaign was LLWLL, highlighting the kind of run they will want to avoid this time around. Fans can track the team's progress in the current standings.
What is the history between Walsall and Exeter?
The two clubs have a competitive history, though their league meetings have been infrequent in recent years. Exeter City's preview notes that the most recent league encounter was in January 2022, a match which Exeter won 2-0 at Walsall's ground. The sides last met competitively in August 2024, when Walsall progressed in the Carabao Cup following a 1-1 draw.
This weekend's match at St James Park kicks off at 3pm. Exeter are unbeaten at home so far this season, having drawn 1-1 with Barnet in midweek thanks to a second-half strike from Reece Cole. The Grecians will be hoping their home support can make a difference, while Walsall will look to their solid start for confidence. The full schedule of upcoming matches, including the next home game, is available on the club's fixtures page.
What are the key stats for Walsall this season?
While the new season is young, the club's performance data from the previous campaign provides a benchmark. They ended the 2025 season 22 points behind champions Bromley. Defensive solidity will be a focus for Grant, as the team conceded 56 goals last term.
Looking ahead, Walsall's next fixture after the Exeter trip is a home match against Oldham Athletic on October 20th. Oldham currently sit 10th in the table, making it another challenging encounter. The squad will need to maintain its fitness and focus throughout a busy period, and supporters can check the latest player availability on the injuries list. The team's next match is at home against Oldham on October 20.
