Nova FC face Patuxent Football Athletics on Monday, Jul 6 at 2:00 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the USL League Two, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Nova FC come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 0L recently). Patuxent Football Athletics travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Nova FC won their last outing, while Patuxent Football Athletics suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Nova FC here — they've won 7 of 9 previous meetings against Patuxent Football Athletics. Their last encounter ended in Patuxent Football Athletics won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.2 per game in recent meetings.

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