The 20 matches that could define Exeter City's campaign

Hacking League One will be top priority for Exeter City following promotion to the division after a 10-season wait, and while survival will be a great achievement at the end of 2022-23, nothing should stop Matt Taylor's side from attempting to punch above their weights.

Finishing in the top-six at 4/1 odds via bet365 through nfl predictions looks feasible if the Grecians play their cards right, but they will need to continually improve and be very consistent to have a realistic shot at a chance to play Championship football in 2023-24.

Exeter have managed to pick up some decent results so far, with wins over Port Vale and Wycombe commendable, but they surely have to do more going forward, and while every game matters, here are 20 fixtures that could define their campaign.

If they manage to win most of these games, another promotion could be on the cards and St. James Park may just be hosting Premier League football a couple of seasons from now.

Exeter vs MK Dons

3 September, 2022

After narrowly missing out on promotion last season, finishing third in the League One table - just a point outside the automatic promotion places - MK Dons will be keen to show that they no longer belong to the division.

They have not gotten to a brilliant start this season, but they would be eager to give Exeter a tough time when they meet next month.

Charlton vs Exeter

10 September, 2022

Charlton are flying this season after a solid start to the campaign, and a trip to south-east London could prove herculean for Taylor's men.

Forest Green vs Exeter

24 September, 2022

Forest Green pipped Exeter to the League Two top spot last season due to a superior goal difference, and both teams will be renewing hostilities next month.

Exeter vs Bristol Rovers

1 October, 2022

Bristol Rovers came up with Exeter after also having a brilliant League Two campaign, but given their struggles at SJP, October's clash should see them be in the mood to break that hoodoo.

Exeter vs Oxford

15 October, 2022

Oxford missed out on the playoffs last season and will be keen to get more points on board this season as soon as possible.

That has not gone very well this term, but they will see the trip to SJP as one they can win.

Derby County vs Exeter

25 October, 2022

Derby are a wounded lion following relegation due to administration.

They have started the season on a pretty decent note and will hope to keep up the form when Exeter visit Pride Park Stadium.

Plymouth vs Exeter

29 October, 2022

The rivals get to meet again after Plymouth left them in League Two following promotion at the end of 2019-20.

Fans of both teams cannot wait for this one, and a fierce clash could be on the cards.

Exeter vs Peterborough

12 November, 2022

Peterborough were four points away from retaining their Championship status last term and have hit the ground running in League One after returning a year after promotion.

They will be keen to show that they are levels above everyone, and Exeter have to be on top of their game against them.

Exeter vs Ipswich Town

19 November, 2022

Joint league leaders Ipswich Town have started the campaign well after finishing 11th last term.

They will want to show that they belong in the automatic promotion places, and the Grecians must be ready when they come to town.

Exeter vs Sheffield Wednesday

10 December, 2022

Wednesday could only settle for a place in the playoffs last season and will look to go one better this term.

They will be looking to leave Exeter's home ground with all three points.

Bolton vs Exeter

17 December, 2022

Bolton were close to finishing in the top six last season after getting back from League Two, and they know a win at home against Exeter can get them closer to their dreams.

Exeter vs Portsmouth

26 December, 2022

Portsmouth want to play Championship football after five seasons in League One, and they could be tough to beat on Boxing Day.

Oxford vs Exeter

1 January, 2023

The return leg and first game of the New Year could set a tone for the rest of the campaign, and Oxford will be looking for a win by all means necessary.

Portsmouth vs Exeter

21 January, 2023

Whatever the result of the first leg is, facing Portsmouth on the road will be a tough task for Exeter.

Exeter vs Cambridge United

25 February, 2023

After a late goal saw Exeter suffer a painful loss to Cambridge United despite taking the lead earlier this season, February's clash could be about revenge.

Cheltenham vs Exeter

18 March, 2023

Cheltenham avenged their 7-0 League Cup drubbing with a narrow 1-0 win over Exeter earlier in the campaign, and this could be an interesting clash.

Peterborough vs Exeter

10 April, 2023

Playing the Posh at Weston Homes Stadium will not be an easy task for the Devon side.

Exeter vs Plymouth

15 April, 2023

Three points denied the Pilgrims a place in the play-offs last season, and this game could be more than just two rivals going at each other's throat.

Ipswich vs Exeter

29 April, 2023

Nobody knows where both teams would be towards the end of the season, but there is a feeling that they could both be after something very important.