Tamworth are set to welcome Southend United to The Lamb Ground in a fixture of considerable significance for both clubs’ league campaigns. With every point proving crucial, this encounter promises a robust challenge as each side aims to enhance their standing.
Recent form presents a stark contrast. Tamworth find themselves on a concerning three-match losing streak, a trend they will be keen to arrest. Despite these recent setbacks, they have demonstrated a persistent attacking threat, having found the net in each of their last five outings. Southend United, conversely, are experiencing a slight dip, having lost their most recent fixture. However, their scoring prowess remains a notable strength, with the Shrimpers having netted in their last nine games, underscoring their consistent ability to breach opposition defences.
Historically, over the past three seasons, Southend United have enjoyed the better of the exchanges. In their three encounters, Southend have emerged victorious twice, with one draw, scoring five goals. Tamworth are yet to secure a win against Southend in this period. Their sole point came from a 1-1 draw last season at The Lamb Ground, where Kennedy Digie scored for the hosts and Gus Scott-Morriss replied for Southend. In the current campaign, Southend United claimed a 2-0 home victory, with Charley Kendall and Gus Scott-Morriss on the scoresheet. Last season also saw a 2-0 home win for Southend, courtesy of goals from Aribim Pepple and Oliver Coker, preceding the stalemate at Tamworth.
In the league standings, Tamworth currently occupy 13th place with 28 points from 22 matches, comprising eight wins, four draws, and ten losses, and a goal difference of -8. Southend United are positioned higher in 7th, boasting 35 points from their 20 games. Their record shows ten wins, five draws, and five losses, with a positive goal difference of +16.
A victory for Tamworth would offer a significant boost and could see them ascend the table, potentially aligning them more closely with their season objectives. Conversely, a defeat could see them drop further. For Southend United, three points would solidify their play-off aspirations and maintain their strong league position. A draw would represent a continuation of their steady point accumulation, while a loss could allow rivals to close the gap.