Gateshead FC desperately need points on Saturday, Jan 2 at 4:00 PM in the National League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Tamworth come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 2L recently). Gateshead FC travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Tamworth here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Gateshead FC, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Tamworth won 3–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Tamworth look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Gateshead FC will make it uncomfortable. Tamworth to win.