Exeter City host Rotherham in League Two with safety initiative focus

Exeter City host Rotherham United in League Two, with the club highlighting a new stadium safety initiative featuring four donated defibrillators.

Exeter City Football Club prepare for a key League Two fixture against Rotherham United at St James Park this Saturday. The Grecians, sitting 21st in the table with six points from eight games, are looking to end a three-match winless run in the league. They have scored just 6 goals in those 720 minutes of league football so far this season, and face a Rotherham side sitting in 13th place next.

Manager Matt Taylor acknowledged his side's recent struggles in front of goal. "We'd like to have had more wins in that run and that sequence of games," he said. The team has drawn blanks against Walsall and Tranmere Rovers, following a narrow 1-0 defeat at Bristol Rovers last weekend. Despite this, City remain unbeaten at home this season, a record they will defend against the Millers.

However, the game comes too soon for defender Cheick Diabate, who is still sidelined. The manager also noted that the club is "still awaiting international clearance" for new signing, winger Jayden Richardson, which could affect his availability.

Community safety drive

Saturday's match has been dedicated to the 'One in Every Corner' campaign run by the Red Sky Foundation. The charity has donated four public access defibrillators to the club, significantly enhancing safety provisions for supporters at St James Park. The initiative aims to place lifesaving equipment in every corner of football stadiums across the UK. Representatives from the Foundation will be present on the day to promote their work.

Matchday at SJP

Fans can enjoy a range of activities, including the Junior Grecians Zone with face painting and games, while the City Museum opens its doors from midday. Food and drink kiosks will be operating, with a 10% discount available for Trust and season ticket holders after the final whistle. The club shop will be stocked with all three kits for the 26/27 season. Check the latest squad information ahead of the 3pm kick-off.

Exeter City's last meeting with Rotherham ended in a heavy 4-0 defeat at the start of the year, adding extra motivation for the home side this weekend.