Scunthorpe United face Gateshead FC at Glanford Park, Scunthorpe on Tuesday, Nov 24 at 8:45 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the National League, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Scunthorpe United come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5). Gateshead FC travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Scunthorpe United and Gateshead FC have split their 4 meetings almost evenly (2W–0D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Scunthorpe United won 0–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.5 per game in recent meetings.

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