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Southport vs Morecambe Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 08-09-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Southport 0-1 Morecambe
SouthportDrawMorecambe
Over 2.5 goalsYes (53%)
Both teams to scoreYes (57%)
As Southport prepares to host Morecambe in the National League North, this matchup is crucial for both teams as they look to improve their positions in the standings. With somewhat contrasting recent performances, both sides face pressure to secure vital points.
Team form
Southport
Southport currently finds itself at the bottom of the league table at 22nd place after seven matches, having achieved just one win and suffering four losses. Their recent form indicates difficulties, recording just 1.6 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per game in their last five outings. A notable victory over Bedford Town, where they won 4-1, showed they can produce offensively, but inconsistencies have plagued their performances. The defense will need to tighten up, especially after conceding 15 goals this season, to provide a foundation for potential success.
Morecambe
Morecambe sits in the middle of the table at 10th place, having gathered 10 points with three wins, one draw, and three losses. Their recent defensive resilience has come to the fore, managing to concede only 6 goals in their seven matches, averaging 0.86 goals conceded. Despite struggling in the past two games, their recent performance included a calming 1-0 win against Chester, demonstrating their capacity to grind out results away from home. The side's scoring rate of 1.29 goals per game shows they have the offensive players capable of exploiting Southport's defensive frailties.
Head-to-head
In their previous encounter on July 18, 2023, Morecambe secured a 3-1 victory against Southport, which adds to the psychological advantage they may carry into this match. Historically, Morecambe has demonstrated their ability to score against Southport, giving them confidence heading into this clash. The head-to-head will play a role in how Southport approaches the game knowing they have fallen short against this side recently.
Key factors
Key aspects to watch include Southport's response after a disappointing streak against Morecambe, coupled with their need to find the net more regularly to emerge from the relegation zone. While Southport showed their attacking potential in a single match, the inconsistency poses a challenge as they look to blend defense and attack effectively. On the other hand, Morecambe must maintain defensive solidity and capitalize on Southport's errors to exploit potential gaps and convert scoring opportunities into points. The tactical set-ups and adjustments made by both coaching staffs could determine the match's outcome.
Prediction
Statistically, Morecambe is slightly favored in this match, considering their current standing and modestly better scoring and defensive averages. The long-term patterns in Southport’s play suggest vulnerabilities that Morecambe might exploit, evidenced by Southport’s struggle to maintain consistency and solidity throughout the season.
With Morecambe emerging as a clear favourite to win this match based on their recent form, players and teams should anticipate a competitive contest as Southport searches for reinvigoration and Morecambe aims to solidify their position in the upper half of the table.
Match info
Tournaments:
National League - North(National League North - 8)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
Haig Avenue, Southport
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Southport
L
L
L
W
D
Morecambe
W
W
W
L
L
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Oxford City | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| 2 |  Hereford | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| 3 |  Macclesfield | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| 4 |  Chester | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| 5 |  South Shields | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
| 6 |  Hebburn Town | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| 7 |  Bedford Town | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 12 |
| 8 |  Spalding United | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 |
| 9 |  Harborough Town | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 |
| 10 |  Morecambe | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10 |
| 11 |  King's Lynn Town | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10 |
| 12 |  Buxton | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10 |
| 13 |  Scarborough Athletic | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| 14 |  Merthyr Town | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 |
| 15 |  Worksop Town | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| 16 |  Brackley Town | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 17 |  Chorley | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8 |
| 18 |  Marine | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6 |
| 19 |  Hednesford Town | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 20 |  Darlington 1883 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6 |
| 21 |  AFC Telford United | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| 22 |  Southport | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| 23 |  Spennymoor Town | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| 24 |  Radcliffe | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
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