South Hobart and Launceston City meet on Saturday, Aug 1 at 6:00 AM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the NPL Tasmania. South Hobart hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

South Hobart come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Launceston City travel in mixed form (2W 0D 3L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours South Hobart here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Launceston City, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Launceston City won 1–8. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: South Hobart look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Launceston City will make it uncomfortable. South Hobart to win.