Encounter between Chelmsford City & Hampton & Richmond is shaping up to be one of those spectacles where momentum goes out the window. Kicking off
Chelmsford City’s been hot and cold, their displays swinging from classy to baffling. Meanwhile, Hampton & Richmond’s grinding through a tough stretch, their defense looking unstable.
Looking at past games, it’s a mixed bag. Chelmsford City’s had the edge lately, but footy’s got a short memory.
For what it’s worth: Each sides’ve got holes. Chelmsford City’s engine room’s sputtering, while Hampton & Richmond’s frontline lacks a spark.
Across the National League South, this fixture carries added significance. The league’s battle for continental qualification means every result is crucial, and both clubs know a positive result here could alter trajectories in the table. Recent form in the National League South suggests neither team can afford slip-ups, making this contest even more intriguing.
But hey, there’s a feeling about this one—maybe, it’s the fixture where a player steps up.
Bottom line: This ain't just another fixture—it's prime-time action with implications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.From the better box:
If you’re putting money on this one, here’s the unvarnished truth.
Chelmsford City at 1.65 to win feels slightly short given their Jekyll-and-Hyde act in the National League South this term. Their xG (expected goals) suggest they’re riding luck — analytics guys would avoid.
Hampton & Richmond’s 4.63 odds tempts, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his recent funk.
The smart money’ll likely poke at the Draw 3.87 — these derbies often follow scripts, and nerves can stifle attacking flow.
The latest head-to-head meetings of contenders in every championship. Following this statistics we conclude that Hampton & Richmond has better chance.
Over the last meetings Chelmsford City holds wins - 3, losses - 2 and draws - 0. Hampton & Richmond on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: wins - 0, losses - 5 and draws - 0. Based on this data we come to a conclusion that Chelmsford City currently is in better form, unlike Hampton & Richmond.
Chelmsford City: Tonbridge Angels – (Win 2:4), Braintree Town – (Win 4:1), Dover Athletic – (Win 0:1), Totton – (Loss 2:1), Worthing – (Loss 1:2).
Hampton & Richmond: Worthing – (Loss 3:0), Hornchurch – (Loss 2:1), Hemel Hempstead – (Loss 1:2), Weston Super Mare – (Loss 0:1), Eastleigh – (Loss 0:2).