Sutton United host Harrogate Town at VBS Community Stadium, Sutton, Surrey on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 2 points in the National League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Sutton United come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 0L recently). Harrogate Town travel in mixed form (2W 1D 0L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Sutton United here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Harrogate Town, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

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