Southern California Seahorses face Redlands on Thursday, Jun 18 at 4:00 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the USL League Two, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Southern California Seahorses come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Redlands, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Southern California Seahorses head into this on the back of a defeat, while Redlands arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Southern California Seahorses face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Redlands have won 6 of 6 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Southern California Seahorses won 0–7. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 6.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Redlands arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Southern California Seahorses. Redlands to win.