Wealdstone welcome Altrincham to Grosvenor Vale for a match that holds considerable importance for both teams. The Stones will be eager to build on their recent positive form, while the Robins are desperate to halt a concerning descent down the league table.
Wealdstone approach this fixture in buoyant mood, having remained unbeaten in their last three matches. They also managed to find the back of the net in their most recent outing. Altrincham, conversely, arrive with morale low, having endured five consecutive defeats. Despite their current struggles, they did manage to score in their most recent game.
The head-to-head record between these two sides points to a tight contest. Across their six meetings in the last three seasons, Wealdstone hold a marginal advantage with three wins to Altrincham’s one, alongside two draws. The Stones have notched 10 goals in those encounters, compared to the seven scored by the Robins. Last season produced a captivating 3-3 draw at Wealdstone, with Alex Reid claiming a brace for the home side, while Regan Linney responded with two goals of his own for Altrincham. The return fixture saw Wealdstone clinch a 1-0 victory at Altrincham, thanks to a goal from Alex Reid.
In the league standings, Wealdstone currently occupy 12th position with 18 points from 13 games, having secured five wins, three draws, and suffered five losses. They’ve scored 19 goals and conceded 17, resulting in a goal difference of +2. Altrincham are further down the table in 20th place, with 12 points from 13 games. They have four wins and nine losses, with 16 goals scored and 21 conceded, leaving them with a goal difference of -5.
A victory for Wealdstone would cement their mid-table standing and further galvanise their unbeaten run, providing a boost to team confidence. A draw would maintain their present course, while a defeat could see them edge closer to the lower reaches of the table. For Altrincham, a win is vital to arrest their losing streak and pull them away from the relegation zone. A draw would offer a minor reprieve, but another defeat would exacerbate their problems and intensify the pressure surrounding the team.