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Steel City face Cleveland Force SC on Thursday, Jul 2 at 12:00 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.
Steel City come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Cleveland Force SC travel struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Steel City won their last outing, while Cleveland Force SC suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.
In 2 previous meetings, Steel City lead 2–0 with 0 draws. Their last encounter ended in Cleveland Force SC won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: Steel City look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Cleveland Force SC will make it uncomfortable. Steel City to win.