Hartlepool United and Southend United face each other on Tuesday 04.21.2026, 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 Pools and Southend United, 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 Southend United
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Southend United Win
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Hartlepool United preview
Hartlepool United heads into the match with the following record in the National League: in 44 matches, Pools secured 17 victories, 14 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 1.48 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Monkey Hangers's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 17 victories so far.
Hartlepool United has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 51 goals, of which 49 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 11 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Matty Daly has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, Hartlepool United has conceded 53 goals in the National League (an average of 1.2 per game) and 57 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.24 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Southend United preview
Southend United comes into the game with 44 matches played so far in the National League. They have secured 22 victories, 12 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1.77 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 23 wins, 12 draws, and 11 losses.
Southend United's attack has been highly effective, scoring 82 goals during this period. Of that total, 78 were netted in the National League, with an average of 1.77 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.78.
Southend United's offensive system is led by Andrew Dallas, the team's top scorer this season. The scottish forward has found the back of the net 16 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Harry Boyes. The defender has contributed with 9 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 42 goals with an average of 0.95 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 44 goals in 46 matches, averaging 0.96 per match.
Head to head: Hartlepool United vs Southend United
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Hartlepool United
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L D D L |
1 |
| Home | W D W L L |
1.4 |
| Away | L D L W W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 41% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.32 | 2.05 | 2.59 |
| Scored | 1.11 | 1.14 | 1.09 |
| Conceded | 1.2 | 0.91 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 41% | 45% | 36% |
| Without Conceding | 39% | 36% | 41% |
| Failed To Score | 36% | 32% | 41% |
| 1st to Score | 41% | 50% | 32% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.52 | 1.39 |
|
xGA
|
1.68 | 1.51 | 1.85 |
Southend United
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D W W |
2.6 |
| Home | D W W D W |
2.2 |
| Away | W W W L D |
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 55% | 45% |
| Goals | 2.73 | 2.59 | 2.86 |
| Scored | 1.77 | 1.77 | 1.77 |
| Conceded | 0.95 | 0.82 | 1.09 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 50% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 39% | 41% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 18% | 9% |
| 1st to Score | 41% | 64% | 64% |
|
xG
|
1.93 | 2.18 | 1.69 |
|
xGA
|
1.22 | 1.12 | 1.3 |
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