Sutton United host Southend United at VBS Community Stadium, Sutton, Surrey on Monday, Dec 28 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 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). Southend United are in good form (3W 0D 0L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Sutton United and Southend United have split their 4 meetings almost evenly (1W–1D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Southend United won 3–0. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.5 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Sutton United win or a draw looks most likely.