Bowers & Pitsea desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM in the Isthmian League – North Division. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Canvey Island come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Bowers & Pitsea travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Canvey Island clear favorites, but Bowers & Pitsea have shown they can grind out results. Expect Canvey Island to take the points, potentially without being at their best.