Leiston desperately need points on Saturday, Dec 26 at 4:00 PM in the Southern League Premier – Central. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Needham Market come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Leiston travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Needham Market and Leiston have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (5W–1D–4W). Their last encounter ended in Leiston won 0–1.

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