Bedford Town desperately need points on Saturday, Mar 6 at 4:00 PM in the National League – North. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Bedford Town come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 4). Southport, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 2D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Bedford Town head into this on the back of a defeat, while Southport arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Bedford Town face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Southport have won 3 of 3 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Bedford Town won 1–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.7 per game in recent meetings.

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