Southport desperately need points on Tuesday, Feb 16 at 8:45 PM in the National League – North. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Macclesfield FC come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Southport travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Macclesfield FC won their last outing, while Southport suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Macclesfield FC here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Southport, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Macclesfield FC won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Macclesfield FC look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Southport will make it uncomfortable. Macclesfield FC to win.