Anstey Nomads host Needham Market at Cropston Road, Leicester, Leicestershire on Saturday, Jan 16 at 4:00 PM in the Southern League Premier – Central.

Anstey Nomads come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Needham Market, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 2D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Anstey Nomads and Needham Market have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (0W–1D–0W). Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Anstey Nomads a slight edge, but Needham Market are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.