The J. Davidson Stadium hosts an intriguing National League encounter as Altrincham, battling to secure a play-off position, face league leaders Barnet. The Robins face a tough test against a Bees side determined to maintain their grip on top spot.
Altrincham’s form has been inconsistent of late. A 2-1 victory at York City briefly lifted spirits, but defeats to AFC Fylde (1-2 at home), Southend United (1-2 away), Rochdale (0-3 away), and Aldershot Town (1-2 at home) have seen them slip to 8th in the table with 55 points from 37 games. A positive result against Barnet is crucial to reignite their play-off hopes. Barnet, meanwhile, arrive in superb form, boasting a 23-match unbeaten run. Recent impressive results include a 4-0 win at Rochdale, a 3-0 victory at Oldham Athletic, a 5-0 home thrashing of Yeovil Town, and 1-0 wins against Dagenham & Redbridge (home) and Woking (away). They sit atop the National League with 85 points from 38 games.
The head-to-head record between these sides adds further spice to the fixture. They’ve met five times in the last three seasons, with Barnet holding a narrow 3-2 edge. Earlier this season, Barnet won 2-1 at home thanks to goals from Harry Chapman and Rhys Browne, while last season saw a 3-0 Barnet win and a 3-2 Altrincham victory.
A win for Altrincham would be a huge boost, denting Barnet’s title charge and strengthening their own play-off push. For Barnet, victory would solidify their lead and edge them closer to the title. A draw would likely frustrate the visitors but offer some respite for Altrincham. This match promises a captivating contest between two teams with contrasting form. Can Altrincham upset the odds and halt Barnet’s impressive run, or will the Bees continue their march towards the National League crown?