Loughborough University and Basford United meet at Loughborough University Stadium, Loughborough, Leicestershire on Saturday, Feb 13 at 4:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Northern Premier League – Midlands Division. Just 3 points separate them in the standings.

Loughborough University come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Basford United travel in good form (3W 0D 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Loughborough University won their last outing, while Basford United suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

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