FC United vs Gainsborough: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As FC United of Manchester prepare to host Gainsborough on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this ENGLAND: NL Premier, Northern fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

FC United of Manchester, currently 3rd in the standings with 52 points from 29 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 30 points from 14 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 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Gainsborough, sitting 6th with 47 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 26 points from 14 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Recent meetings between FC United of Manchester and Gainsborough have favored FC United of Manchester, with Gainsborough claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Hebburn Town, FC United of Manchester recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Gainsborough's last outing came against Whitby Town, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, FC United of Manchester are expected to maintain their unknown structure, FC United of Manchester and Gainsborough 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: FC United of Manchester's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Gainsborough's games average 2.7 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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