The EBB Stadium at The Recreation Ground is the stage for a keenly anticipated English National League clash as Aldershot Town play host to Solihull Moors. Both teams arrive with distinct objectives, seeking to harness recent performances and influence their league trajectories.
Aldershot Town arrive in buoyant spirits, currently enjoying a four-match unbeaten run. Their last five outings have yielded three wins, a draw, and a solitary defeat. Crucially, they have found the net in their most recent fixture, a testament to their attacking intent. Their recent form saw them overcome Altrincham 2-1 and Boston United 2-0 at home, following a significant 5-1 away reversal at York City. A goalless draw away to Sutton United preceded a comprehensive 4-1 home triumph against Wealdstone.
In contrast, Solihull Moors find themselves on a one-match losing streak, having succumbed to a 2-1 defeat away at Boreham Wood in their last outing. Their past five fixtures showcase a mixed record of two wins, two draws, and one loss. However, a notable characteristic of Solihull Moors is their consistent goal-scoring prowess, having netted in every one of their last five matches. Recent results include draws against Wealdstone (1-1) and Forest Green Rovers (1-1), interspersed with impressive home victories over Sutton United (4-1) and a resounding 7-1 win against Tamworth.
Historically, Aldershot Town have a favourable record against Solihull Moors, having met on seven occasions across the last three seasons. Aldershot Town have emerged victorious four times, with Solihull Moors securing two wins and one draw. The goal tally stands at 14 for Aldershot Town and 10 for Solihull Moors. This season, Aldershot Town claimed a commanding 5-1 away victory. Last season, Solihull Moors won their home fixture 2-1, but Aldershot Town responded with a 3-1 home win.
In the league standings, Solihull Moors are comfortably positioned in 10th place with 34 points from 25 games. Their record comprises nine wins, seven draws, and nine losses, accompanied by a positive goal difference of +3, having scored 40 and conceded 37. Aldershot Town, conversely, are in a more challenging situation, occupying 20th place with 23 points from their 25 matches. They have recorded six wins, five draws, and 14 losses, with a goal difference of -8, having scored 41 and conceded 49.
A victory for Aldershot Town would provide a significant morale boost and could propel them further from the relegation zone, injecting valuable momentum. For Solihull Moors, three points would solidify their top-half standing and keep them in contention for higher league positions, while a draw would still represent a valuable point on the road. Conversely, a defeat for Aldershot Town could see them slip further down the table, while a loss for Solihull Moors would allow teams below them to gain ground, potentially impacting their play-off aspirations.
