Southend United host Sutton United at Roots Hall, Southend-on-Sea, Essex on Friday, Mar 26 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the National League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Southend United come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 0L recently). Sutton United are in good form (3W 0D 0L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Southend United and Sutton United have split their 4 meetings almost evenly (2W–1D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Sutton United won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.5 per game in recent meetings.

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