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Reece George Cole (born 17 February 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for EFL League Two club Exeter City.
Key Information
Cole is a graduate of the Brentford academy and made one senior appearance for the club before his release in 2020. Following spells with Queens Park Rangers U23 and Dunfermline Athletic, he dropped into non-League football in 2022. He returned to professional football with Exeter City in 2023.
Career
[edit]Brentford
[edit]Cole began his youth career in the Hayes & Yeading United youth system,[4] before transferring to Brentford at age 14.[5] He was a part of the U15 team which emerged victorious in the Junior category at the 2012 Milk Cup.[5] Cole made 8 appearances for the U18 team before signing a scholarship deal at the end of the 2013–14 season.[6][7][8] He made 32 appearances and scored seven goals during his two-year scholarship and increasingly became part of the Development Squad during the 2015–16 season,[9][10] progressing sufficiently to sign a professional contract in February 2016.[5] Cole was an unused substitute during a number of late-season first team matches in April 2016.[3]
Whilst a regular for the B team, Cole received sporadic calls into the first team squad during the 2016–17 season,[3] before making his senior debut as a late substitute for Nico Yennaris in a 3–2 victory over Nottingham Forest on 7 March 2017.[11] One month later, he signed a new three-year contract.[12] Cole won further attention with long-range goals in pre-season friendly wins over Aldershot Town and Oxford United in July 2017,[13][14] before departing to join League Two club Newport County on loan until January 2018.[15] He made his debut versus Coventry City 9 days later and scored the first senior goal of his career with the only goal of the game.[16] Cole made four further appearances and returned to Brentford in late September 2017, after suffering a knee injury.[17] He returned to match play with the B team in December,[18] but did not win any further calls into the first team squad before the end of the season.[3]
Cole spent much of the remainder of his contract away on loan with League Two, National League and Scottish Championship clubs Yeovil Town, Maidenhead United, Macclesfield Town and Partick Thistle.[19][20][21] He gained significant game time at the latter two clubs, in particular scoring four goals in a five-match spell during November 2019,[22] which saw him win the Partick Thistle Player of the Month award.[23] Cole was released by Brentford in June 2020.[24]
Queens Park Rangers
[edit]On 15 March 2021, Cole signed a short-term contract with the U23 team at Championship club Queens Park Rangers on a free transfer.[25] He failed to win a call into the first team squad before the end of the season and was released when his contract expired.[3][26]
Dunfermline Athletic
[edit]On 20 July 2021, Cole signed a one-year contract with Scottish Championship club Dunfermline Athletic on a free transfer.[27] After featuring predominantly as a substitute during the early months of the season,[3] Cole undertook extra fitness training at the Joe Cardle Academy.[28] On his 12th and final appearance of a 2021–22 season which culminated in relegation to the Scottish League One,[29] Cole scored his only goal for the club in a 2–1 victory over Ayr United on 16 April 2022.[30] Cole was released at the end of the season and remarked in July 2023 that he fell out of love with football during the latter stages his time with the club.[31][32]
Non-League football
[edit]Seeking to play part-time football,[32] Cole dropped into non-League football and began the 2022–23 season with Isthmian League South Central Division club Chertsey Town.[33] He scored three goals in his first seven appearances for the club,[33] before departing to rejoin Southern League Premier Division South club Hayes & Yeading United in October 2022.[34] He made 27 appearances and scored five goals during a 2022–23 season in which the club won the Middlesex Senior Cup.[35][36] He became a free agent at the end of the season.[37]
Exeter City
[edit]Cole joined League One club Exeter City on trial during the 2023–24 pre-season.[38] After 2+1⁄2 weeks at St James Park, he signed a one-year contract, with the option of a further year, on 10 July 2023.[38] The move reunited him with his former Partick Thistle manager Gary Caldwell.[38] Following 17 appearances and one goal by mid-November 2023, Cole signed a new 18-month contract, with the option of a further year.[39] Cole captained the team during three matches late in December and ended a mid-table 2023–24 season with 42 appearances and seven goals.[40][41][42]
In July 2024, Cole signed a one-year extension to his existing contract, with the option of a further year.[43] Three "niggly" injuries (one of which was misdiagnosed) and illness restricted him to just 13 appearances during the first half of the 2024–25 season.[44][45][46] While lacking match fitness,[47] Cole made regular appearances from February 2025 through to the end of the mid-table season,[42] ending with 27 appearances and three goals.[48] Cole made 39 appearances and scored seven goals during a 2025–26 season that culminated in relegation.[42][49] The option on his contract was taken up in May 2026.[50]
Personal life
[edit]Cole attended Chalfonts Community College.[51] While out of professional football during the 2022–23 season, Cole worked as a teacher in the London area.[40]
Career statistics
[edit]- As of match played 2 May 2026
| Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | League cup[b] | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Brentford | 2015–16[52] | Championship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |
| 2016–17[11] | Championship | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2017–18[16] | Championship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018–19[53] | Championship | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | |||
| Newport County (loan) | 2017–18[16] | League Two | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1[c] | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Yeovil Town (loan) | 2018–19[53] | League Two | 1 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | ||
| Maidenhead United (loan) | 2018–19[3] | National League | 6 | 1 | — | — | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | ||
| Macclesfield Town (loan) | 2018–19[53] | League Two | 18 | 1 | — | — | — | 18 | 1 | |||
| Partick Thistle (loan) | 2019–20[22] | Scottish Championship | 19 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3[d] | 1 | 25 | 4 |
| Dunfermline Athletic | 2021–22[30] | Scottish Championship | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
| Chertsey Town | 2022–23[33] | Isthmian League South Central Division | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | — | 1[e] | 0 | 7 | 3 | |
| Hayes & Yeading United | 2022–23[35] | Southern League Premier Division South | 23 | 2 | — | — | 4[f] | 3 | 27 | 5 | ||
| Exeter City | 2023–24[41] | League One | 39 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42 | 7 |
| 2024–25[48] | League One | 22 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2[c] | 0 | 27 | 3 | |
| 2025–26[49] | League One | 35 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2[c] | 0 | 39 | 7 | |
| Total | 96 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 108 | 17 | ||
| Career total | 183 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 13 | 4 | 211 | 33 | ||
- ^ Includes FA Cup, Scottish Cup
- ^ Includes EFL Cup
- ^ a b c Appearance(s) in EFL Trophy
- ^ Appearances in Scottish Challenge Cup
- ^ Appearance in FA Trophy
- ^ Appearances in Middlesex Senior Cup
Honours
[edit]Hayes & Yeading United
- Middlesex Senior Cup: 2022–23[36]
Individual
- Partick Thistle Player of the Month: November 2019[23]
- Exeter City Player of the Month: February 2024[54]
- EFL League One Goal of the Month: April 2025[55]
References
[edit]- ^ "Club list of registered players: As at 19th May 2018: Brentford" (PDF). English Football League. p. 8. Retrieved 16 June 2018.
- ^ "Reece Cole". 11v11.com. Retrieved 5 July 2017.
- ^ a b c d e f g Reece Cole at Soccerway. Retrieved 2 July 2017.
- ^ "Latest News". Hayes & Yeading United Football Club. Archived from the original on 8 March 2023. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
- ^ a b c Brett, Ciaran. "Brentford duo Reece Cole and Chris Mepham sign first professional contracts". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ Brett, Ciaran. "Youth Team Stats 2012/13". www.brentfordfc.com. Archived from the original on 19 July 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ Brett, Ciaran. "2013/14 Youth Team Statistics". www.brentfordfc.com. Archived from the original on 19 July 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ Wickham, Chris. "Brentford Football Club take on new Youth Team recruits for 2014/15 season". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ Brett, Ciaran. "2014/15 Youth Team player statistics". www.brentfordfc.com. Archived from the original on 24 May 2021. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ "Youth Team Player Stats". www.brentfordfc.co.uk. Archived from the original on 7 September 2016. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2016/2017". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 7 March 2017.
- ^ "Brentford B Team midfielder Reece Cole signs new three year contract". Retrieved 3 April 2017.
- ^ "Aldershot Town 1 Brentford 5". Brentford FC. Retrieved 10 August 2017.
- ^ "Oxford United vs Brentford". Brentford FC. Retrieved 10 August 2017.
- ^ "Reece Cole joins Newport County on loan". Brentford FC. Retrieved 10 August 2017.
- ^ a b c "Games played by Reece Cole in 2017/2018". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 8 August 2017.
- ^ "Reece Cole and Zain Westbrooke return to Jersey Road". Brentford FC. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
- ^ "Reece Cole loan ends". Brentford FC. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
- ^ "Reece Cole joins Maidenhead United on loan". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
- ^ "Reece Cole makes Macclesfield move". www.brentfordfc.com. Archived from the original on 21 July 2020. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
- ^ "Reece Cole extends Partick Thistle loan". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2019/2020". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 2 September 2019.
- ^ a b "Marcus Forss on target as AFC Wimbledon secure three points". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 16 December 2019.
- ^ "Nine players depart Brentford FC". www.brentfordfc.com. Retrieved 6 July 2020.
- ^ "Under-23s sign Reece Cole on short-term deal". QPR. Retrieved 15 March 2021.
- ^ Temple, Alan (20 July 2021). "Dunfermline sign ex-Partick Thistle midfielder as Pars await Kai Kennedy clarity". The Courier. Retrieved 20 July 2021.
- ^ "Reece Cole signs for Dunfermline". Dunfermline Athletic Football Club. Retrieved 20 July 2021.
- ^ "Cole has Pars goal after training with Joe". Dunfermline Press. 29 September 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2021.
- ^ "Dunfermline 0 Queens Park 1". Dunfermline Athletic Football Club. Retrieved 8 May 2022.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2021/2022". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 20 July 2021.
- ^ "Playing Squad Update". Dunfermline Athletic Football Club. Retrieved 3 June 2022.
- ^ a b "💬 Reece Cole: "I've fallen in love with football again."". www.exetercityfc.co.uk. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ a b c "Chertsey Town | Appearances | Reece Cole | 2022–2023". Football Web Pages. Retrieved 13 August 2022.
- ^ "Reece Cole – Midfielder". Hayes & Yeading United Football Club. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ^ a b "Reece Cole Profile". Aylesbury United FC. Retrieved 8 March 2023.
- ^ a b "Match Report". Hayes & Yeading United Football Club. Retrieved 22 April 2023.
- ^ "Exeter City sign midfielder Cole after trial". BBC Sport. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ a b c "✍️ Reece Cole is a Grecian!". www.exetercityfc.co.uk. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ "✍️ Reece Cole signs new City deal!". www.exetercityfc.co.uk. Retrieved 21 November 2023.
- ^ a b James, Stuart (25 January 2024). "Reece Cole on his journey from teacher to playing for Exeter City". Devon Live. Retrieved 23 July 2024.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2023/2024". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ a b c Exeter City F.C. at the Football Club History Database
- ^ "It's an extender! Reece Cole signs new one year deal". Exeter City F.C. Retrieved 23 July 2024.
- ^ "Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss offers fitness challenge to Reece Cole". BBC Sport. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ^ "Reece Cole hopes his injury frustrations are finally behind him". Devon Live. 6 February 2025. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ "Reece Cole hopes to put frustration of injuries behind him". Devon Live. 14 November 2024. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ "Reece Cole: Exeter City midfielder's 'magical moment' praised by boss". BBC Sport. 14 April 2025. Retrieved 3 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2024/2025". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ a b "Games played by Reece Cole in 2025/2026". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ "Exeter City Retained and Released List 2026". Exeter City F.C. Retrieved 8 May 2026.
- ^ @CCChalfonts (14 March 2017). "Congratulations to former Chalfonts student @reececole98 who made his league debut for @BrentfordFC recently!! #cccpe" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ "Games played by Reece Cole in 2015/2016". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 7 March 2017.
- ^ a b c "Games played by Reece Cole in 2018/2019". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 27 July 2018.
- ^ "🏆 Reece Cole scoops both of February's awards!". www.exetercityfc.co.uk. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
- ^ "Goal of the Month: April Winners". www.efl.com. English Football League. 16 May 2025.
External links
[edit]- Reece Cole at Soccerbase
- Reece Cole at exetercityfc.co.uk
Reece Cole
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Early life and youth career
Early life
Reece Cole was born on 17 February 1998 in Hillingdon, London, England.[1][6] He grew up in the Hillingdon area, a suburban district in west London known for its residential communities and proximity to several professional football clubs.[7] This local environment provided Cole with his initial exposure to football, reflecting the sport's deep cultural roots in everyday English life during his early years.[8] Public details on Cole's family background remain limited, with no widely reported information on his parents or siblings influencing his formative years. His transition to organized youth football occurred in this regional setting, setting the stage for further development.[1]Youth career
Cole began his structured youth football involvement with the youth system at Hayes & Yeading United, a non-league club based in west London, where he developed his skills until 2012.[9] In 2012, at the age of 14, Cole joined the Brentford academy, marking a significant step up to a professional club's development pathway.[10] Shortly after arriving, he featured prominently for the Brentford U15 team in the Junior category of the Milk Cup, an prestigious international youth tournament held annually in Northern Ireland. The team progressed through the group stage by defeating County Londonderry and CSKA Moscow, despite a 3-2 defeat to Everton that still secured qualification for the knockout rounds.[11] Brentford advanced to the semi-final, where they overcame Liverpool 5-4 on penalties following a 1-1 draw, before facing Everton again in the final.[12] In a 2-0 victory, Cole was described as immense throughout the tournament, contributing key moments such as a free kick that forced a save from the Everton goalkeeper late in the match.[13] This triumph represented an early highlight in Cole's youth career, showcasing his potential as a central midfielder. His performances in the academy paved the way for signing his first professional contract with Brentford in 2016.[14]Professional career
Brentford
Reece Cole signed his first professional contract with Brentford in February 2016, following his progression through the club's youth academy.[14] At the age of 18, he transitioned to the Development Squad alongside defender Chris Mepham, marking the start of his professional tenure at the club.[15] Cole made his senior debut for Brentford on 7 March 2017, coming on as a late substitute in a 3–2 Championship victory against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.[16] This appearance, replacing Nico Yennaris in the closing stages, represented his only outing for the first team during his time at the club.[17] From 2016 to 2020, Cole primarily featured for Brentford's B team, competing in development matches and gaining experience in the midfielder role.[18] Despite signing a three-year contract extension in April 2017 that kept him at the club until 2020, opportunities in the senior squad remained limited.[10] Cole was released by Brentford at the end of the 2019–20 season, having made just one senior appearance amid a focus on further development through external opportunities.[19]Loan spells
Cole's first loan spell came in August 2017 when he joined League Two side Newport County on a six-month deal from Brentford.[20] He made four appearances in the league, scoring once in a 1-0 victory over Coventry City, before an injury in September forced his early return to Brentford for treatment.[21] This brief stint provided Cole with his initial exposure to senior competitive football in England's fourth tier.[22] Following a return to Brentford's development squad, Cole secured another League Two loan in July 2018, signing a season-long agreement with Yeovil Town.[23] However, his time there proved short-lived, with just two appearances before the loan was curtailed in late August, highlighting early challenges in securing consistent playing time amid competition for midfield positions.[16] In November 2018, Cole moved to National League club Maidenhead United on loan until January 2019, marking his first experience in non-league football.[16] He featured in six matches, contributing one goal as Maidenhead navigated a competitive lower-tier campaign, which helped build his resilience and adaptability in a more physical environment.[24] Cole returned to League Two in January 2019, joining Macclesfield Town on loan for the remainder of the 2018-19 season.[25] Over 18 appearances, he scored once and provided two assists, playing a role in the Silkmen's efforts to avoid relegation from the Football League, though the club ultimately suffered a points deduction that sealed their fate.[24] This spell represented his most substantial run of senior minutes to date, aiding his development as a versatile midfielder. His final loan from Brentford arrived in September 2019 with Scottish Championship side Partick Thistle, initially until January 2020 and later extended to the season's end.[26] Cole made 19 league appearances and scored two goals, including a notable late winner in a 2-1 victory over Queen of the South that helped lift Partick off the bottom of the table.[27] Overall, he featured 25 times across all competitions with four goals, contributing to the team's push for promotion playoffs despite the season's disruption by the COVID-19 pandemic.[24]Queens Park Rangers
After spending eight months without a club following his release from Brentford, Reece Cole signed a short-term contract with Queens Park Rangers' Under-23 development squad in March 2021, aiming to rebuild his professional career at the club level.[4] The deal, announced on 15 March, extended until the end of the 2020/21 season and positioned the 23-year-old central midfielder within QPR's youth setup.[4][28] Despite the opportunity, Cole encountered limited integration and failed to secure any first-team opportunities during his tenure, recording zero senior appearances for the Championship side.[24] His time at QPR proved unfulfilled, marked by a lack of progress in breaking into the senior ranks or extending his contract.[6] Cole was subsequently released by Queens Park Rangers in the summer of 2021, concluding a brief transitional phase in his career.[9]Dunfermline Athletic
In July 2021, following loan spells in English lower leagues with clubs such as Macclesfield Town and Partick Thistle, Reece Cole signed a one-year contract with Scottish Championship side Dunfermline Athletic as a free agent after his release from Queens Park Rangers.[29][30] During the 2021–22 season, Cole made 10 appearances in the Scottish Championship, scoring 1 goal, primarily as a substitute in midfield.[3] His limited but consistent involvement contributed to Dunfermline's campaign, which saw the team struggle offensively and defensively throughout the year. Dunfermline finished ninth in the league standings, entering the promotion/relegation playoffs where they lost 1–0 to Queen's Park in the final, resulting in relegation to Scottish League One.[31] Cole was part of the squad during this turbulent period but did not feature in the playoff matches.[32] Upon the expiration of his contract, Cole departed the club in May 2022 as part of a group of seven players released amid the post-relegation squad rebuild.[32]Non-league football
Following his departure from Dunfermline Athletic in the summer of 2022, Cole signed with Isthmian League South Central Division side Chertsey Town.[33] He featured in seven matches for the club, scoring three goals during a brief spell that helped him regain form after his professional release.[2] In October 2022, Cole transferred to National League South club Hayes & Yeading United, where he played a key role in the 2022–23 season.[33] Across 23 appearances, he contributed seven goals, showcasing his midfield creativity and finishing ability in a competitive sixth-tier environment.[2] Cole's impact was particularly notable in cup competitions, as Hayes & Yeading United won the 2022–23 Middlesex Senior Cup. In the semi-final against Brentford B on 28 March 2023, he scored the decisive second-half goal in a 1–0 victory.[34] The team advanced to the final at Harrow Borough's Earlsmead Stadium on 19 April 2023, where Cole opened the scoring in the 35th minute with a composed finish before providing the assist for Jerry Wiltshire's headed equalizer four minutes later, securing a 2–1 win and the trophy.[35] Throughout this non-league phase, Cole balanced his playing schedule with off-field work, which he later credited with reigniting his passion for the game.[36]Exeter City
Reece Cole joined Exeter City on a one-year contract on 10 July 2023, following his release from non-league side Hayes & Yeading United, where he had been playing after a series of setbacks in his career.[37][38] The 25-year-old midfielder impressed during a pre-season trial and was immediately integrated into the League One squad, marking his return to professional football after over two years in lower tiers.[39] Cole quickly established himself as a key contributor in midfield, showcasing versatility and creativity that helped stabilize the team during a challenging season. By October 2025, he had made 71 appearances and scored 12 goals in League One for Exeter City, with notable goal contributions including a stunning winner against Reading in August 2023 that earned the club's Vospers Goal of the Month award.[24] His form continued to improve, highlighted by a long-range strike in a 2-0 victory over Bristol Rovers in April 2025, which won both the club's Goal of the Season and the EFL League One Goal of the Month.[5] Reflecting his growing importance, Cole's contract was extended on 21 November 2023 to the end of the 2024–25 season, with an option for a further year.[40][41] He then signed another one-year deal on 23 July 2024, securing his position until at least the end of the 2025–26 season, including a club-held option for an additional year.[42] These extensions underscored his resurgence and commitment to the Grecians amid consistent performances in the competitive League One environment.Personal life
Education
Reece Cole attended Chalfonts Community College in Buckinghamshire during his secondary school years.[43] The college, located in Chalfont St Peter, provided a structured academic environment that Cole navigated alongside his burgeoning interest in football, highlighting the challenges of managing schoolwork with extracurricular athletic pursuits.[44]Off-field career
During the 2022–23 season, while sidelined from professional football following his release from Dunfermline Athletic, Reece Cole took up a teaching position in the London area to maintain financial stability.[36] This role allowed him to apply his educational background in a practical setting, working with children during school hours.[36] Cole balanced his teaching duties with part-time football commitments at Hayes & Yeading United in the Southern League Premier Division South, training on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.[36][45] This dual lifestyle demanded careful time management, as he transitioned from educating young students to competing on the pitch, often reflecting on the contrast between the two worlds.[36] In interviews, Cole has discussed how the teaching experience offered essential perspective amid career uncertainty, serving as a "reality check" that renewed his appreciation for professional opportunities in football.[36] He recounted the humbling routine of "standing in a playground in the freezing cold, standing still teaching kids," which ultimately motivated him to pursue a return to full-time play.[36] This period underscored the stability teaching provided, helping him regain focus and hunger for the sport.[36]Career statistics
Club appearances
Reece Cole has made appearances for several clubs across various leagues and competitions throughout his professional career. The following tables detail his appearances and goals by club, with breakdowns by competition where data is available. Statistics are as of 19 November 2025.[46][3][8]Brentford
Cole made a single senior appearance for Brentford in the EFL Trophy during the 2019–20 season.[8]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFL Trophy | 2019–20 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 |
Newport County (loan)
During his loan from Brentford in the 2017–18 season, Cole appeared in league and cup matches for Newport County in League Two.[8]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | 2017–18 | 2 (2 sub) | 1 |
| EFL Trophy | 2017–18 | 1 (1 sub) | 0 |
| Total | 3 | 1 |
Yeovil Town (loan)
Cole's brief loan to Yeovil Town in the 2018–19 season was limited to cup action in the National League.[8]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFL Cup | 2018–19 | 1 | 0 |
| National League | 2018–19 | 1 (1 sub) | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 0 |
Maidenhead United (loan)
On loan from Brentford in the 2018–19 season, Cole featured in the National League for Maidenhead United. Data includes all competitions.[8][46]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| National League | 2018–19 | 4 | 1 |
| FA Trophy | 2018–19 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 1 |
Macclesfield Town (loan)
Cole's 2018–19 loan to Macclesfield Town in League Two included both league and cup competitions.[8][46]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | 2018–19 | 18 (7 sub) | 1 |
| EFL Cup | 2018–19 | 2 | 0 |
| EFL Trophy | 2018–19 | 4 | 1 |
| Total | 24 | 2 |
Partick Thistle (loan)
During the 2019–20 season on loan from Brentford, Cole played in Scottish League One and cups for Partick Thistle.[8]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish League One | 2019–20 | 19 (3 sub) | 2 |
| Scottish Cup | 2019–20 | 2 | 1 |
| Scottish Challenge Cup | 2019–20 | 3 | 1 |
| Scottish League Cup | 2019–20 | 1 (1 sub) | 0 |
| Total | 25 | 4 |
Queens Park Rangers
Cole signed a short-term contract with Queens Park Rangers' U23 side in 2021 but did not make any senior appearances.[4]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 0 |
Dunfermline Athletic
In the 2021–22 season, Cole appeared for Dunfermline Athletic in Scottish Championship and cups.[8]| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish Championship | 2021–22 | 10 (7 sub) | 1 |
| Scottish League Cup | 2021–22 | 1 | 0 |
| Scottish Cup | 2021–22 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 12 | 1 |
Non-league football
Cole played for non-league clubs Chertsey Town and Hayes & Yeading United in the 2022–23 season prior to joining Exeter City.[2]Chertsey Town
| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isthmian League South Central | 2022–23 | 7 | 3 |
| Total | 7 | 3 |
Hayes & Yeading United
| Competition | Season | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern League Premier Division South | 2022–23 | 23 | 7 |
| Total | 23 | 7 |
Exeter City
Since joining Exeter City in July 2023, Cole has been a regular in League One and domestic cups, with statistics current as of 19 November 2025. He has accumulated 88 appearances and 10 goals across all competitions.[3][8][46]| Competition | Seasons | Appearances (Subs) | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| League One | 2023–26 | 75 (20) | 10 |
| FA Cup | 2023–26 | 4 (1) | 0 |
| EFL Cup | 2023–26 | 5 (2) | 0 |
| EFL Trophy | 2023–26 | 4 (0) | 0 |
| Total | 88 | 10 |