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Brackley Town vs South Shields Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 29-09-2026
Sep 2918:45
Match Prediction
Expected score: Brackley Town 1-2 South Shields
Brackley TownDrawSouth Shields
Over 2.5 goalsYes (59%)
Both teams to scoreYes (61%)
Brackley Town will host South Shields at St James Park on September 29, 2026, in the National League - North. Both teams are looking to improve their standings amidst a challenging season with mixed recent performances.
Team form
Brackley Town
Brackley Town has struggled in recent matches, recording only 1 win in their last 5 fixtures (1-0 victory against Harborough Town). Their defensive issues are apparent as they have conceded an average of 2.4 goals per game, leading to losses against Morecambe (0-3) and Buxton (0-5). Overall, Brackley has scored 0.8 goals on average during this period, highlighting their offensive shortcomings, with their only few bright spots being heavily overshadowed by these defeats.
South Shields
South Shields, on the other hand, exhibits a more balanced performance with 2 wins and a single draw in their last five matches. However, a heavy loss to Hereford (0-6) disrupts the headlines of their otherwise acceptable showing. Scoring an average of 1.0 goal per game, they face a challenge in finishing, yet their defensive capabilities are slightly better formed, conceding an average of 1.8 goals. Coupled with a previous result featuring two victories, South Shields is appearing more competent than their home counterpart.
Head-to-head
Recent encounters favor Brackley Town, who has won their last three against South Shields. In their most recent match on April 5, 2025, Brackley secured a narrow 1-0 victory, building on previous successes in this straight match-up. Their ability to contain South Shields' offensive efforts in recent matches is noteworthy and might provide confidence going into this encounter.
Key factors
Key factors in this fixture will be South Shields' ability to extend their scoring capabilities against a weak Brackley defense, paired with Brackley’s need to solve their offensive drought. The outcome may very well depend on South Shields' consistent approach during this season, while Brackley will need to adopt more inventive tactics to bridge their goal-count gap. Additionally, focusing on defensive resiliency will be crucial, particularly given both teams' fluctuating affairs over the last few weeks.
Prediction
This match is poised to be competitive, yet South Shields emerges as a favourable pick based on their better form and historical strengths against Brackley Town this season. With solid tactical approaches and the capability to exploit defensive deficiencies in Brackley's lineup, goals are predicted, making the outcome crucial. Given the potential for both teams to net goals, one could foresee approaches favoring both teams, pinting South Shields as the likelier benefactor in this matchup.
Overall, the away side presents as the primary pick, with both teams showing vulnerability at times, but historical performance and slightly superior overall form give an edge to South Shields in this encounter.
Match info
Tournaments:
National League - North(National League North - 5)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
St James Park, Brackley
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Brackley Town
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South Shields
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hereford | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 23 |
| 2 |  Macclesfield | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
| 3 |  Oxford City | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 20 |
| 4 |  South Shields | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
| 5 |  Hebburn Town | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 18 |
| 6 |  Spalding United | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
| 7 |  Chester | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
| 8 |  King's Lynn Town | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 16 |
| 9 |  Buxton | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 16 |
| 10 |  Bedford Town | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 16 |
| 11 |  Morecambe | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 14 |
| 12 |  Chorley | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 14 |
| 13 |  Merthyr Town | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 13 |
| 14 |  Scarborough Athletic | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 15 |  Hednesford Town | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 16 |  Marine | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 12 |
| 17 |  Harborough Town | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 18 |  Worksop Town | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 12 |
| 19 |  Southport | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| 20 |  AFC Telford United | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| 21 |  Brackley Town | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 9 |
| 22 |  Darlington 1883 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| 23 |  Spennymoor Town | 10 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 7 |
| 24 |  Radcliffe | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 6 |
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