South Shields host Merthyr Town at Mariners Park, South Shields, Tyne and Wear on Saturday, Aug 22 at 4:00 PM in the National League – North.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — South Shields and Merthyr Town have split their 2 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–1W). Their last encounter ended in South Shields won 4–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.5 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow South Shields win or a draw looks most likely.