EXETER, England (Interstat) — A pivotal League One derby is set for Thursday as Exeter City hosts Plymouth Argyle at St James Park, with both sides seeking to reverse recent poor form.

The Devon rivals enter the match separated by just one point in the standings. Exeter City (4-6-1) sits 16th with 13 points, while Plymouth Argyle (3-6-1) is 18th with 12 points. Both clubs are looking to halt losing streaks, with Exeter falling 1-0 to Stockport County and Plymouth losing 2-1 to AFC Wimbledon in their most recent outings on Oct. 18.

The matchup presents a contrast in styles. Plymouth’s season has been marked by volatility, featuring both a 4-0 rout of Burton Albion and a 6-4 defeat to Swansea City. Exeter has struggled for consistency, with its last League One win a 1-0 victory over Lincoln City on Oct. 4.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the contest is projected to end in a 1-1 draw. A point would offer a modest boost for either team as they look to climb the table.

The fixture is the first of a congested schedule for both squads, with Plymouth set to visit Mansfield Town on Oct. 28 and Exeter hosting Wigan Athletic on Nov. 8.