Stamford AFC desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM in the Southern League Premier – Central. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Stamford AFC come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5). Kettering Town, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 2D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Stamford AFC head into this on the back of a defeat, while Kettering Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 8 previous meetings, Stamford AFC lead 4–2 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Stamford AFC won 0–5. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Kettering Town's quality should tell even on the road. Stamford AFC will push, but the visitors have too much class. Kettering Town to win.