William Hill News preview the National League matches taking place on Bank Holiday Monday in August, with score predictions and betting tips for each fixture.
Boston United vs Hornchurch
Boston United get this one at home, but Hornchurch have already shown they can travel with a bit of bite. Boston’s early-season results have been mixed, yet their win over Altrincham and the narrow loss to Boreham Wood suggest they are not easy to roll over at home.
Hornchurch have also been lively, especially in away wins at Barrow and Carlisle. This feels tighter than a few people may expect, but Boston’s home edge nudges it.
- Prediction: Boston United to win 2-1. If you are backing a safer angle, Boston United draw no bet looks the better shout.
Carlisle United vs Scunthorpe United
Carlisle have been one of the more reliable names in the division so far, especially at home, where they beat Hornchurch 4-1.
Scunthorpe have had moments, but their away form looks patchier, and conceding three at Eastleigh and three at Scunthorpe against Solihull tells its own story.
Carlisle also tend to bring more control into these matches, which matters when the pace gets messy.
- Prediction: Carlisle United to win 3-1. For bettors, Carlisle to win and over 1.5 goals has a tidy look.
Eastleigh vs Aldershot Town
Eastleigh have enough steel to make this awkward, and Aldershot will not be short of confidence after their strong start. The away side beat Boston and Harrogate, while Eastleigh have already banked wins over Gateshead and Scunthorpe.
That makes this one feel like it could swing on the first goal rather than long spells of dominance. Aldershot have looked the sharper attacking team in the opening stretch, so they get the nod, but not by much.
Prediction: Aldershot Town to win 2-1. Both teams to score is the angle that fits best.
Forest Green Rovers vs Altrincham
Forest Green at home always carries weight, and their start has had enough punch to back that up. They have already beaten Halifax and then handled AFC Fylde away from home, which tells you they can mix control with efficiency.
Altrincham have had uneven results, with wins and defeats arriving in equal measure, so this looks like a difficult ask in a ground where Forest Green usually set the tempo.
Prediction: Forest Green Rovers to win 2-0. If you want a market with a bit more safety, Forest Green and under 4.5 goals fits the profile.
Harrogate Town vs Gateshead
Harrogate have been involved in some of the division’s most open games already, which is exactly why this one has a goals feel to it. They scored five against Solihull Moors, but they have also been stretched at times, and Gateshead have enough quality to punish loose spells.
Gateshead’s recent results have been inconsistent, yet they are still dangerous enough to make Harrogate work for everything.
Prediction: Harrogate Town to win 2-1. Over 2.5 goals looks a sensible football betting prediction here, with both teams to score close behind.
Kidderminster Harriers vs Barrow
Kidderminster need a response after some rough results, including the heavy defeat to Hornchurch and the loss at Southend. Barrow, by contrast, have been competitive in a way that suggests they can grind out points even when they are not at their best.
Their away defeat at Yeovil was disappointing, but they have generally looked more stable than Kidderminster in the opening weeks. That balance is enough to lean the visitors’ way.
Prediction: Barrow to win 2-1. Barrow draw no bet is the sensible line, especially if you want a bit of cover.
Solihull Moors vs AFC Fylde
Solihull have had one of the bumpier starts in the league, and they are still trying to settle after conceding heavily in a few games.
AFC Fylde are not perfect either, but they have shown more cutting edge, particularly in the win over Forest Green and the points they have picked up in tight matches. Solihull can score, yet they have not defended well enough to trust on short odds.
Prediction: AFC Fylde to win 2-1. Both teams to score is a natural fit, and it suits the way both sides have played so far.
Sutton United vs Wealdstone
Sutton have built a habit of finding results in tight games, which is often the difference in the National League. They have already beaten Woking, Altrincham and Gateshead, and that kind of consistency counts for plenty in this division.
Wealdstone have been competitive, but they have struggled to turn decent spells into points away from home. Sutton’s home advantage should matter in a game that may stay close for a long time.
Prediction: Sutton United to win 1-0. Sutton and under 3.5 goals is the betting angle I’d trust most.
Woking vs Southend United
Southend look like the side with the stronger current momentum, especially after their wins over Altrincham, Scunthorpe and Solihull. Woking have had a mixed run and do not look solid enough at the back to make this an easy home assignment.
Southend’s ability to manage difficult spells has stood out, and that matters more than flashy moments in a league this demanding. Woking can still make it uncomfortable, so I would not expect a runaway.
Prediction: Southend United to win 2-1. Southend draw no bet offers a decent balance of value and protection.
Worthing vs Boreham Wood
Worthing have already shown they can compete with higher-profile National League sides, but Boreham Wood have started with more authority and a bit more defensive control.
Boreham Wood’s away win at Forest Green was a proper statement, and that kind of result usually means business. Worthing will push them, especially at home, but the visitors look better equipped to handle pressure across 90 minutes.
Prediction: Boreham Wood to win 2-1. Both teams to score is live, but Boreham Wood to win feels the cleaner pick.
Yeovil Town vs Tamworth
Yeovil have been one of the better-balanced teams in the opening weeks, with results that include a win at Barrow and a draw with Carlisle.
Tamworth have shown enough stubbornness to avoid being taken lightly, but their results have been more erratic, and they have conceded enough chances to worry about against a side like Yeovil. Home advantage gives the Glovers the edge in what should be a competitive game.
Prediction: Yeovil Town to win 2-0. Yeovil to win and under 3.5 goals looks a strong, straightforward betting prediction.
*Odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing*
