Bromsgrove vs Mickleover tips and predictions

Hosts have plenty to think about

It's 12th placed Bromsgrove versus sixth placed Mickleover in this Southern League Central Division clash as the visitors look to increase the 10 points that separate the sides.

Mickleover are picked to edge this one but it's not one to get carried away with. It's hard to envisage anything but an open attacking contest here as the visitors are seeking a positive result.

The hosts might not have enough firepower to overcome the challenge they are facing and they are worth opposing. Bromsgrove haven't made life easy for themselves, having lost 5 of their last 7 matches. They conceded three or more goals in 3 of their last 5 games which is a stat that will give supporters of the visitors some confidence.

Mickleover have won their last 3 away matches. Their defensive prowess lately has been noteworthy. They have conceded no more than once in all of their last 3 away matches. In a match-up that has various opinions, there is plenty of sense in backing the away win. Most of their good results have been characterised by their attitude in the final third. They've scored at least once in 19 of their last 20 games. If the hosts show any overconfidence the visitors will be confident of success here.

Playing devil's advocate they might end up sharing the spoils. The sportsbooks have forecasted both sides to get in on the act as they can both be dangerous in attack. Whatever happens, with the odds-against price on BTTS No that seems the better option this time around.