Wealdstone vs Gateshead tips and predictions

Visitors to come unstuck

On 37 National League points, ninth placed Wealdstone host 21st placed Gateshead. With 22 points the visitors are someway behind their rivals.

Even if it's just a single crucial passage of play Wealdstone could have the measure of things here.

For Wealdstone to come through this challenge they'll need to build on the positives of their recent displays. The hosts have been shellacking their opponents at home; they've won their last 3 in a row. With differing fortunes the travelling side has failed to deliver at times. They've lost 8 of their last 16 matches, away and at home. That doesn't look like the recent record of a team that will fancy their chances.

Wealdstone have scored three or more goals in all of their recent 3 home matches.

Gateshead have actually conceded at least once in 19 of their last 20 matches. Their legitimate scoring chances are conspicuous by their absence too. In front of goal The Tynesiders have been disappointing. They've scored one or less goals in 11 of their last 13 away matches.

The betting markets suggest that neither side will keep a clean sheet during this match as the teams are nicely matched. It's not easy to find value in the Both Teams To Score market. But the Yes BTTS bet warrants consideration.

To summarise, the home team has been setting up nicely as they prepare for the match. They can get the job done. Some of their finishing has been imperious in recent outings. This could be the difference on match day. They'll look to continue their impressive run of wins at home with a victory here and this match-up will suit them well.