Exeter City secures FA Cup win over Huddersfield Town
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Exeter City defeated Huddersfield Town 2-1 in the FA Cup, with Charlie Cummins scoring the decisive goal. Manager Matt Taylor praised the youthful exuberance of his team, which managed to prevail despite missing several senior players. Jack Taylor gave Exeter an early lead before Huddersfield equalized through Cameron Humphreys. This victory marks Exeter's eighth progression beyond the first round in the last ten seasons. Following a challenging start to the League Two campaign, Exeter's performance illustrates their improvement this season.
- •Exeter City wins 2-1 against Huddersfield Town in FA Cup.
- •Charlie Cummins scores late winner after Jack Taylor's opener.
- •The victory marks Exeter's eighth progression in ten FA Cup seasons.
- •Exeter has shown considerable improvement in recent matches.
- •Matt Taylor highlighted the team's youthful energy and resilience.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Exeter's young squad hailed after memorable FA Cup win
"Exeter City manager Matt Taylor hails his young side's 'exuberance' after they beat League One leaders Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup.
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