Gateshead FC desperately need points on Wednesday, Dec 9 at 8:45 PM in the National League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Gateshead FC come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). FC Halifax Town are out of form (1W 2L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Gateshead FC head into this on the back of a defeat, while FC Halifax Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Gateshead FC face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. FC Halifax Town have won 5 of 10 encounters, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in FC Halifax Town won 1–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

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