Prediction: Hednesford Town vs Southport – Vanarama National League North – 18/08/2026
Preview
Hednesford Town will host Southport at the Keys Park Stadium in the Vanarama National League North on Sunday, 18th August 2026, at 3:00 PM English time. The home team currently sits at 23rd place with 0 points after 2 games, while their opponents, Southport, occupy 17th position with 1 point from the same number of matches.
In their last five games, Hednesford Town have managed 1 win, 0 draws, and 4 defeats. They have shown a struggling form, with a significant goal difference of -5. Their only win came with a 5-4 score against Warrington Rylands, while their worst defeat was a 4-3 loss to Scarborough Athletic.
Southport, on the other hand, have achieved 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 defeats in their last five games. They have a goal difference of -3. Their solitary win was a 2-0 victory over United of Manchester, while their heaviest defeat was a 3-1 loss to Hebburn Town.
This match promises to be an intense encounter between two teams struggling to find their footing in the Vanarama National League North. With Hednesford Town's poor form and Southport's inconsistent results, it's difficult to predict a clear favourite. However, our experts believe that Southport's recent win and Hednesford Town's struggles make them slight favourites to take the three points.
Recent form
Hednesford Town
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4.17
Both score 50%
Goals scored 2.17
Goals conceded 2
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
Non League Premier: Northern - 28/04/2026
Non League Premier: Northern - 04/05/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 18/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Enterprise National League North - 08/08/2026
Enterprise National League North - 15/08/2026
Southport
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.5
Both score 50%
Goals scored 1.17
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
Club Friendlies 4 - 18/07/2026
Club Friendlies 4 - 24/07/2026
Club Friendlies 4 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 31/07/2026
Enterprise National League North - 08/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Hednesford Town
Hednesford Town is facing a tough challenge as they prepare for the 3rd round of the 2026/2027 Vanarama National League North against Southport. The Pitmen currently sit at the bottom of the table with 0 points from their first two games, a far cry from their impressive 5-4 win over Warrington Rylands in the Northern Premier League back in May. Their recent form has been a cause for concern, with a 3-4 defeat to Scarborough Athletic and a 2-0 loss to Merthyr Town in the Vanarama National League North. In their friendly matches, Hednesford Town have shown glimpses of promise, with a 2-0 win over Boston United and a 1-2 defeat to Solihull Moors. However, these results are not enough to boost their confidence ahead of the crucial match against Southport. The Pitmen will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to turn their season around. As Hednesford Town prepares for the 3rd round, they will be looking to improve their defensive solidity, which has been a major issue so far. They have conceded 5 goals in their last two games, and will need to find a way to keep Southport's attack at bay. The Pitmen's attacking prowess has also been a concern, with only 0 goals scored in their first two games. They will need to find a way to unlock Southport's defense if they hope to get back on track. In terms of team news, there have been no major updates or injuries reported. However, it's worth noting that Hednesford Town has been struggling with consistency, and will need to find a way to maintain their focus and concentration if they hope to succeed against Southport. The match is shaping up to be a tough one for the Pitmen, but they will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing start to the season.Latest news and statistics from Southport
Southport will face Hednesford Town in the third round of the 2026/2027 Vanarama National League North. The team's recent form has been inconsistent, with a single point from two games, placing them 17th in the standings. In their last five matches, Southport drew 1-1 with Buxton, suffered a 3-1 defeat to Hebburn Town, and secured victories over Warrington Town and United of Manchester in friendly matches, while drawing 0-0 with Wigan Athletic. As Southport prepares for this crucial match, they will look to improve their defensive solidity, which has been a concern in their recent performances. Their attacking prowess, on the other hand, has shown glimpses of promise, particularly in their friendly wins. The team's manager will likely focus on bolstering the defense and finding a balance between attack and defense to secure a positive result against Hednesford Town. With the team's current position and recent form in mind, this match is expected to be a closely contested affair.Standings Hednesford Town x Southport
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Hednesford Town vs Southport FAQ
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The game between Hednesford Town and Southport will start at 19:45 Brasília time on 18/08/2026.
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