Buckhurst Hill face Bowers & Pitsea on Saturday, Jan 16 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.

Buckhurst Hill come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Bowers & Pitsea are struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Buckhurst Hill won their last outing, while Bowers & Pitsea suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

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