Brightlingsea Regent face Mulbarton Wanderers at North Road, Brightlingsea, Essex on Saturday, Feb 27 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.

Brightlingsea Regent come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5). Mulbarton Wanderers, meanwhile, arrive out of form (1W 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

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