Grays Athletic face Canvey Island on Saturday, Oct 17 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.

Grays Athletic come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Canvey Island, 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 Grays Athletic win or a draw looks most likely.