Hartlepool United and Gateshead face each other on Tuesday 01.20.2026, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a National League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Hartlepool United's home ground, the Victoria Park.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Hartlepool United and Gateshead, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Hartlepool United vs Gateshead

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Handicap: Gateshead (+2.5)

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams don't score

Looking at the current form of both teams, betting the 'no' on the Both Teams to Score market seems like the smart way to go.

It's hard to see both teams getting goals in this match. The two defences have been quite solid, while the offences have had a hard time in front of goal. With that combination, this match could very well be a low-scoring affair with one or none of the teams finding the back of the net.

👉 Our prediction is: Gateshead win or draw

Our top tip for this match is to bet Gateshead to win or draw on the Double Chance market.

While it is tough to go away from home and pick up a positive result like a win or a draw, we have seen through recent form and season statistics that Gateshead has what it takes to accomplish that task. And the fact that Gateshead only needs to avoid defeat makes it a more achievable result.

Hartlepool United preview

Hartlepool United heads into the match with the following record in the National League: in 27 matches, Pools secured 10 victories, 10 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.48 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Hartlepool United's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 10 victories so far.

Hartlepool United has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 32 goals, of which 30 were scored in the National League, resulting in an average of 1.11 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Alex Michael Reid, who has found the back of the net 6 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Luke Bowler Charman has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, Hartlepool United has conceded 25 goals in the National League (an average of 0.93 per game) and 29 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Gateshead preview

Gateshead comes into the game with 26 matches played so far in the National League. They have secured 5 victories, 4 draws, and 17 losses, maintaining an average of 0.73 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 7 wins, 4 draws, and 18 losses.

Gateshead's attack has been highly effective, scoring 34 goals during this period. Of that total, 29 were netted in the National League, with an average of 1.12 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.17.

Gateshead's offensive system is led by Kain Adom, the team's top scorer this season. The english defender has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Harrison Chapman. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 63 goals with an average of 2.42 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 65 goals in 29 matches, averaging 2.24 per match.

Head to head: Hartlepool United vs Gateshead

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Home Team

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Hartlepool United

England - National League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L W L D

1.48

Home W L L W D

1.5

Away L W D W W

1.46

Away Team

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Gateshead

England - National League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L L L L

0.73

Home L L L L L

0.38

Away L L L L L

1.08

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Published on 20 January 2026, at 06:28 Last updated on 20 January 2026, at 06:28
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