1874 Northwich face Lichfield City on Saturday, Apr 3 at 4:00 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the Northern Premier League – West Division, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

1874 Northwich come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5). Lichfield City, meanwhile, arrive struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. 1874 Northwich head into this on the back of a defeat, while Lichfield City arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow 1874 Northwich win or a draw looks most likely.