Bowers & Pitsea face AFC Sudbury at Len Salmon Stadium, Basildon, Essex on Saturday, Dec 5 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 Isthmian League – North Division, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Bowers & Pitsea come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). AFC Sudbury are struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Bowers & Pitsea head into this on the back of a defeat, while AFC Sudbury 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 Bowers & Pitsea win or a draw looks most likely.