TOPB1NS
English National League •26 December 2025 •KO 15:00
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York City
15:00
Boston United
Boston United badge
FORM
W W W W W
#3
PTS: 48 GD: 36
PLAYED: 22
#17
PTS: 24 GD: -9
PLAYED: 23
FORM
D L L W L

York City v Boston United

York City are set to host Boston United at the LNER Community Stadium in a crucial English National League encounter. The home side will be keen to leverage their impressive form, while the visitors will be looking to make a statement and climb the league standings.

The Minstermen are in formidable shape, currently enjoying an eleven-match unbeaten run. Their attacking unit has been particularly potent, scoring in their last fourteen consecutive fixtures. This consistent offensive threat, combined with a robust defence, has seen them establish themselves in third place. They have amassed 48 points from 22 league outings, securing fourteen wins, six draws, and suffering just two defeats, boasting a remarkable +36 goal difference.

In stark contrast, Boston United have faced a more difficult spell of late. They arrive on the back of a one-game losing streak and have found goal-scoring a challenge in their most recent match. Their current league position of seventeenth reflects these recent struggles, with 24 points from 23 games, comprising six wins, six draws, and eleven losses, and a goal difference of -9.

Historically, encounters between these two clubs have favoured Boston United. Over the past three seasons, they have met twice, with the Pilgrims emerging victorious on both occasions. Last season, Boston United secured a 2-0 win at the LNER Community Stadium, with Jacob Hazel and Keaton Ward finding the net. The reverse fixture saw Boston United triumph 3-1, despite an early strike from York City’s Tyrese Sinclair. Connor Teale, Jimmy Knowles, and Jacob Hazel were the scorers for Boston United in that contest.

A victory for York City would further solidify their strong league position and provide a significant boost to their promotion aspirations. Conversely, a win for Boston United would offer a much-needed injection of confidence and could signal a turning point in their season. A draw would see York City maintain their impressive standing, whilst Boston United would secure a valuable point in their pursuit of climbing the table.

Edgy Eddie

TopB1ns Edge

By Edgy Eddie

Right then, let’s have a look at this one. York City hosting Boston United at the LNER. The odds makers have York as favourites at 11/50, which isn’t exactly a shocker given their league position and the fact they’re unbeaten in eleven. Boston, on the other hand, are a bit of a punt at 17/2, and frankly, their form suggests they’ll struggle to get much joy here.

Now, where’s the value? The TopB1ns Edge is firmly on a York win, which makes sense. But it also fancies both teams to score at 4/5. That’s an interesting one, especially considering Boston did manage a goal at York last season.

Looking at the goals, the TopB1ns Edge is tipping Over 2.5 goals at 2/5, but then it’s going Under 3.5 at 4/5. This suggests a game with a few goals, but perhaps not an absolute goal fest. Boston’s recent struggles to find the net are a worry, but York’s defence hasn’t been impenetrable. For a bit of spice, the TopB1ns Edge is also on Over 0.5 and Over 1.5 goals, which are pretty much nailed on given York’s scoring record. Keep an eye on the BTTS at 4/5, that’s where the real fun might be.