Ebbsfleet United desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM in the National League – South. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Braintree Town come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Ebbsfleet United travel in mixed form (1W 0D 0L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Despite playing at home, Braintree Town face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Ebbsfleet United have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Braintree Town won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

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