Stourbridge host Worcester City at War Memorial Athletic Ground, Stourbridge, West Midlands on Saturday, Jan 9 at 4:00 PM in the Southern League Premier – Central.

Stourbridge come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Worcester City travel in mixed form (2W 1D 2L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Stourbridge and Worcester City have split their 3 meetings almost evenly (1W–1D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Worcester City won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.3 per game in recent meetings.

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