SOUTH SHIELDS VS WORKSOP TOWN - ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH MATCH PREVIEW
ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH MATCH DETAILS: SOUTH SHIELDS VS WORKSOP TOWN
As South Shields prepare to host Worksop Town on February 24, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this ENGLAND: National League North fixture promises an intriguing contest.
SOUTH SHIELDS PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH
South Shields, currently 2nd in the standings with 68 points from 31 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 36 points from 15 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 draws in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.
WORKSOP TOWN PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE NORTH
Worksop Town, sitting 16th with 38 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 18 points from 17 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR SOUTH SHIELDS VS WORKSOP TOWN
Recent meetings between South Shields and Worksop Town have favored South Shields, with Worksop Town claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-0).
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Telford United, South Shields recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a standard formation.
Worksop Town's last outing came against Curzon Ashton, where they secured a 1-3 defeat using a standard system.
Looking ahead, South Shields are expected to maintain their unknown structure, South Shields and Worksop Town are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR SOUTH SHIELDS VS WORKSOP TOWN
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: South Shields's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Worksop Town's games average 3.3 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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