Stratford Town desperately need points on Saturday, Dec 12 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.

Stratford Town come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Kettering Town, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 2D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Stratford Town head into this on the back of a defeat, while Kettering Town arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Stratford Town face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Kettering Town have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Stratford Town won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

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