Monday’s standalone Carabao Cup fixture will see Plymouth Argyle taking on local rivals Exeter City in a high-stakes Devon Derby at Home Park.After missing out on the League One playoffs by just two points last season, Plymouth enter this new campaign with strong momentum, having enjoyed an unbeaten pre-season run under Tom Cleverley.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsExeter City, on the other hand, face a period of rebuilding following their relegation from League One. With former manager Matt Taylor returning to lead the side, the Grecians will be desperate to jumpstart their season with a positive result against their fiercest rivals despite a difficult summer.##NAJAVA_MECA_9883859##Kick-off: 10:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Monday 10 AugustVenue: Home Park, PlymouthGroup: EFL Cup First RoundBETTING GUIDE: Liverpool vs Monaco Match Preview, Team News and PredictionQualification implications: The winner advances to the second round of the Carabao Cup, while the loser is eliminated from the competition.Form GuidePlymouth Argyle ✅ Win vs Tavistock➖ Draw vs Bristol City✅ Win vs Truro City✅ Win vs Torquay United✅ Win vs Bath CityExeter City ➖ Draw vs Bristol City❌ Loss vs Torquay United✅ Win vs Weston-super-Mare❌ Loss vs Truro City❌ Loss vs Bradford City##NAJAVA_MECA_9883832##Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)Plymouth Argyle 2-2 Exeter CityPlymouth Argyle 0-2 Exeter CityPlymouth Argyle 1-0 Exeter CityPlymouth Argyle 4-2 Exeter CityExeter City 4-0 Plymouth ArgyleTeam NewsPlymouth Argyle❌ Michael Baidoo – Hamstring injury (out for up to 12 weeks).🟢 Will Evans – New signing available to make debut.🟢 Wes Harding and Alex Mitchell – Signed permanent deals and available.Exeter City🟢 Taylor Perry and Josh Gordon – New arrivals available for competitive debuts.🟢 Jayden Wareham – Available to lead the line.Charlton get off to flying EFL Cup start, as Sichenje gets 15-minute cameoPlayer to Watch: Will Evans (Plymouth Argyle)Plymouth Argyle’s newly signed striker Will Evans arrives from Mansfield Town following the departure of Lorent Tolaj.The 29-year-old forward brings directness, pressing energy, and strong finishing skills that fit perfectly into Tom Cleverley's attacking structure. Evans could make his competitive debut in this Devon Derby and will be eager to mark the occasion with a decisive goal.If Exeter's newly formed backline fails to track his movement in the box, Evans could easily open his account for the Pilgrims.🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk)Both Teams to Score – Yes🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk)Plymouth Argyle to Win🔴 Long Shot (High Risk)Plymouth Argyle to Win 3-1Disclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.