Hartlepool vs Southend: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Hartlepool prepare to host Southend United on April 21, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this ENGLAND: National League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Hartlepool, currently 9th in the standings with 65 points from 44 games, trail the leaders by 42 points. They've earned 34 points from 22 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Southend United, sitting 6th with 78 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 35 points from 22 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 14 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Hartlepool and Southend United have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Forest Green, Hartlepool recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Southend United's last outing came against Halifax, where they secured a 6-2 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Hartlepool are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Hartlepool and Southend United 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 from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Hartlepool's fixtures have averaged 2.3 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Southend United's games average 3.3 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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