Our Hartlepool vs Southend Prediction: 1-1
Hartlepool vs Southend in the England National League is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 28, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Hartlepool vs Southend 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
Hartlepool's Last Match – Hartlepool vs Halifax
After suffering a 0-1 England National League loss to Halifax, Hartlepool must win to get back on track. In that match, Hartlepool recorded 50% possession and 5 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hartlepool | 50% | 0 (5) | - | 47 |
 Halifax | 50% | 0 (3) | - | 32 |
Southend's Last Match – Southend vs Gateshead
Southend must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 England National League draw against Gateshead on March 10. In that match, Southend had 50% possession and 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southend | 50% | 0 (4) | - | 74 |
 Gateshead | 50% | 0 (3) | - | 51 |
Hartlepool vs Southend Stats
Key Stats
| Hartlepool | Southend | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.7 | Attacking Strength | 0.92 |
| 0.99 | Defence Strength | 0.83 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 1.5 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 1.6 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Hartlepool are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Southend average 1.6 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.