South Shields desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 27 at 4:00 PM in the National League – North. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

South Shields come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 3L). Brackley Town, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. South Shields head into this on the back of a defeat, while Brackley Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, South Shields face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Brackley Town have won 4 of 5 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in South Shields won 2–3.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives South Shields a slight edge, but Brackley Town are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.