Ebbsfleet United face Walton and Hersham at Stonebridge Road, Northfleet on Saturday, Mar 13 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 National League – South, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Ebbsfleet United come into this fixture in mixed form (1W 0D 0L). Walton and Hersham travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Ebbsfleet United won their last outing, while Walton and Hersham suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ebbsfleet United and Walton and Hersham have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–0W). Their last encounter ended in Walton and Hersham won 0–2.

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