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Exeter City Eyes Financial Boost Facing Manchester City

12/9/2025

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Exeter City will face Manchester City in the Emirates FA Cup third round on January 10, 2026, at the Etihad Stadium.
The match offers financial relief and national attention as Exeter faces budget pressures and fire recovery.
Exeter City manager Gary Caldwell, who has beaten Manchester City in the FA Cup, hopes for a strong performance.
General manager Clive Harrison said the game could generate around £250,000 to aid finances.

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Exeter City will face Manchester City in the Emirates FA Cup third round on January 10, 2026, at the Etihad Stadium.
The match offers financial relief and national attention as Exeter faces budget pressures and fire recovery.
Exeter City manager Gary Caldwell, who has beaten Manchester City in the FA Cup, hopes for a strong performance.
General manager Clive Harrison said the game could generate around £250,000 to aid finances.