EASTLEIGH VS CARLISLE - ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE MATCH PREVIEW
ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE MATCH DETAILS: EASTLEIGH VS CARLISLE
As Eastleigh prepare to host Carlisle on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this ENGLAND: National League fixture promises an intriguing contest.
EASTLEIGH PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE
Eastleigh, currently 15th in the standings with 39 points from 34 games, trail the leaders by 41 points. They've earned 20 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
CARLISLE PREVIEW IN ENGLAND: NATIONAL LEAGUE
Carlisle, sitting 3rd with 68 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 29 points from 16 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR EASTLEIGH VS CARLISLE
Recent meetings between Eastleigh and Carlisle have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw.
Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.
In their previous league match against Truro City, Eastleigh recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a standard formation.
Carlisle's last outing came against Hartlepool, where they secured a 1-3 defeat using a standard system.
Looking ahead, Eastleigh are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Eastleigh and Carlisle 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 EASTLEIGH VS CARLISLE
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Eastleigh's fixtures have averaged 4 goals per game, with 9 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Carlisle's games average 3.3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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