South Shields desperately need points on Saturday, Apr 10 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). Macclesfield FC, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 2D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. South Shields head into this on the back of a defeat, while Macclesfield FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, South Shields face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Macclesfield FC have won 4 of 5 encounters. Their last encounter ended in South Shields won 3–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.8 per game in recent meetings.

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