Cheltenham Town signs Exeter defender Pierce Sweeney
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:27 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Cheltenham Town has signed Pierce Sweeney, former captain of Exeter City, after his contract ended. The 31-year-old defender accrued over 430 appearances for Exeter over a decade with the club, including a recently completed season in League One. Sweeney, who was offered a new deal with Exeter, opted for a fresh opportunity at Cheltenham after discussions with manager Steve Cotterill. Sweeney has experience in League Two promotion and sought to contribute to Cheltenham's ambition to improve next season.
- •Pierce Sweeney joins Cheltenham after 10 years at Exeter City.
- •Sweeney made over 430 appearances for Exeter.
- •He was a regular starter in Exeter's recent League One season.
- •Signed to enhance Cheltenham's squad for the new season.
- •Manager Steve Cotterill praised Sweeney's leadership and experience.
- 8:27 AMYahoo Sports — Cheltenham sign Exeter defender and 'leader' Sweeney
"Cheltehan Town bring in experienced Exeter City captain and defender Pierce Sweeney after 10 years at St James Park.
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