Southend United
- Southend are 3rd in the National League 2026/2027 with 9pts from 4 matches, one point ahead of Yeovil who are 6th with 8pts from 4.
- Kieron Dyer's side have been slightly up and down since the start of the new campaign, following a 3-1 away win at Solihull Moors with a 1-0 home loss against Kidderminster Harriers.
Yeovil Town
- Southend United are the clear favorites for Saturday's National League 2026/2027 fixture against Yeovil Town, but they are likely to be pushed close by a Glovers team who are unbeaten away from home this season (W1, D1), having scored 1.50 goals per game and conceded 1.00.
- Yeovil are in good form going into Saturday's game, following up a 3-0 home win over Gateshead with a 2-1 away victory at Barrow FC.
Head-to-Head
Southend have won three of their last five head-to-heads with Yeovil across all competitions (W3, D1, L1) and are likely to maintain their dominance in this fixture.
Key Players
Josh Popoola has been in good touch for the hosts so far in National League 2026/2027, scoring two goals in four games , so Southend should have the edge in the final third.
Betting Insights
- The main betting market for Saturday's National League 2026/2027 clash sees Southend set at 1.61, with Yeovil 4.86 and the draw 3.68.
- Over 2.5 goals at 1.71 and Both Teams to Score at 1.71 are solid options for this game, given the recent scoring records of both sides.
- Southend's head-to-head edge, table position and home advantage still makes them the likelier winner.
Prediction
A narrow home win for Southend is my main selection, as both outfits should keep it tight, but the home side will just have enough to squeeze this one.