Southport desperately need points on Monday, Dec 28 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.

Southport come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Chester FC, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Southport head into this on the back of a defeat, while Chester FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 10 previous meetings, Southport lead 3–5 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Chester FC won 1–2.

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