Congleton Town desperately need points on Saturday, Dec 5 at 4:00 PM in the Northern Premier League – West Division. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Bootle come into this fixture in red-hot form (5W from last 5). Congleton Town travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 4), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Bootle won their last outing, while Congleton Town suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Bootle clear favorites, but Congleton Town have shown they can grind out results. Expect Bootle to take the points, potentially without being at their best.