Plymouth v Exeter predictions: Pilgrims can forge ahead at Exeter's expense
Devon derby plaudits likely to go the way of league leaders
Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Plymouth v Exeter in League One on Monday.
Where to watch
Sky Sports Main Event & Football, 8pm Monday
Best bet
Plymouth
1pt Evs Hills
Team news
Plymouth
Midfielder Finn Azaz is doubtful after suffering an ankle injury against Shrewsbury and could be replaced by Niall Ennis.
Exeter
Teenage goalkeeper Harry Lee could make his first League One start after Jamal Blackman suffered a head injury against Derby.
Match preview
Plymouth Argyle are going great guns this season and can go four points clear at the top of League One with a win over Devon rivals Exeter on Monday.
The Pilgrims have won all eight of their fixtures at Home Park in 2022-23 and seem spurred on by missing out on a place in last season's playoffs on the final day of the campaign.
It is a case of so far so good for Steven Schumacher’s side in their quest for second-tier football for the first time since 2009-10, but danger lurks against an Exeter team injected with fresh impetus.
The Grecians make the short trip down the A38 with more than local pride on their agenda, as they are also in the promotion mix despite only coming up from League Two last season.
Losing manager Matt Taylor to Championship Rotherham coincided with a dip in Exeter's form. However, Gary Caldwell’s arrival seems to have reinvigorated them and he was in the dugout for Tuesday’s hardy 0-0 draw at Derby.
The Scot will hope to get a first win on the board but Argyle showed real spirit when coming from behind to beat Shrewsbury in their last game.
Ipswich's incredible 4-4 draw at Charlton on Saturday has provided the Pilgrims with the chance to open a gap at the top of the table and their home record this season suggests they will take it.
Key stat
Plymouth have won all eight League One matches at Home Park this season.
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