Our South Shields vs Southport Prediction: 3-1
South Shields vs Southport in the England National League North is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Tuesday January 20, 2026. Our analysis favors a 3-1 home win, but considering the likelihood of multiple goals, over 2.5 goals is also a solid wager.
This South Shields vs Southport prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
South Shields's Last Match – South Shields vs Leamington
Determined to maintain their recent success, South Shields must win following their 3-0 England National League North victory against Leamington on January 17.
Southport's Last Match – Bedford Town vs Southport
Southport will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 3-2 England National League North victory over Bedford Town on January 17. In that match, Southport controlled 59% of possession and managed 9 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bedford Town | 41% | 0 (5) | - | 23 |
 Southport | 59% | 0 (9) | - | 29 |
South Shields vs Southport Stats
Key Stats
| South Shields | Southport | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.71 | Attacking Strength | 1.04 |
| 0.42 | Defence Strength | 1.1 |
| 2 | Points Per Game | 1.6 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 2.2 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
South Shields are averaging 2.2 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per match, while Southport average 1.9 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.