Dartford vs Southend tips and predictions

Anticipated Club Friendly battle should be a tight affair

Southend may be superior than Dartford but this is not as straightforward as it might look at face value.

All eventualities are on the table here so take care when assessing this one. A goalless stalemate is the pick but it's certainly not something to get carried away with.

These sides have impressed at the back. Creating something of a fortress at home, Dartford have conceded at an average of just 0.6 goals per game over their last 8 matches. Meanwhile Southend have been impressive defensively on the road. They have conceded an average of 0.6 goals per game over their last 11 matches away from home.

Don't be surprised if the two sides cancel each other out in a battle of attrition. The BTTS No is therefore a good looking side bet. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Under 3.5 that stands out here considering the current odds.

Dartford have drawn 4 of their last 9 matches added to the fact that Southend have drawn 9 of their last 16 matches. It's not the most exciting thing you'll read today and it feels like a match to be wary of. A deadlock awaits after what will probably be a tightly contested match-up.

Of course, Dartford are a sixth tier side so it remains to be seen how they adapt to the challenge presented by their superior rivals.