Tamworth desperately need points on Saturday, Oct 3 at 4:00 PM in the National League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Hartlepool United come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 1L). Tamworth travel out of form (0W 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Hartlepool United and Tamworth have split their 6 meetings almost evenly (1W–4D–1W). Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Hartlepool United clear favorites, but Tamworth have shown they can grind out results. Expect Hartlepool United to take the points, potentially without being at their best.