Boston United
- Boston United sit 15th in the National League with 49 points from 42 matches.
- The appointment of Paul Hurst to the Boston United dugout was met with much fanfare, as the manager known for a controlled, shape-oriented approach was now given the reins of a team with more structure to their set-up.
- Boston have been in mixed form recently, winning one, drawing two and losing two of their last five games.
- Recent National League results include a 2-2 draw with Altrincham, a 1-0 loss to York City and a 1-1 draw away to Brackley Town.
- Their home record this season is 5 wins, 6 draws and 10 losses from 21 matches.
- Boston average 1.00 goals per home game in the National League.
Truro City
- Truro City sit bottom (24th) with 31 points from 43 games.
- Truro are a team that play a more front-foot style.
- Askey’s men have had a better run lately, winning one, drawing three and losing one of their last five.
- Their away record is 2 wins, 4 draws and 15 losses from 21 games.
- Truro average 0.67 goals away and concede 2.00 per away game.
Head-to-Head
In their last meeting seven months ago, Truro City stunned Boston United with a 3-0 home victory.
Key Players
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Key attackers to watch:
- Lenell John-Lewis has been Boston’s most reliable outlet with 11 goals in 33 matches.
- Luke Jephcott leads Truro with 6 goals in 37 games.
- Jack Stretton has contributed 2 in their last five.
Betting Insights
- We’re backing a home win at odds of 1.72.
- The 2.01 odds for both teams to score also look appealing.
- Boston’s compactness and organisation could stifle the away side’s offense.
- There is a plausible chance of Boston winning to nil.
Prediction
- Prediction: Boston United to win to nil.
- Expect a tactical clash between Hurst’s structured side and Askey’s high-energy press.
