Southport desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 2 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). Chorley, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Southport head into this on the back of a defeat, while Chorley arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Southport face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Chorley have won 5 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Southport won 2–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

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