Ashton United face Stockton Town at Hurst Cross, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester on Saturday, Nov 28 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, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

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

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ashton United and Stockton Town have split their 5 meetings almost evenly (3W–0D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Stockton Town won 0–1.

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