National League
Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 19:45 (UK Time)
Stadium: The Suit Direct Stadium
Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh Prediction & Stats - National League 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh carries real history into this round of the National League.
The two sides meet on 28/08 (Friday) at The Suit Direct Stadium, 19:45 (UK time).
Read the Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Hartlepool United Win
Last updated on 25-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Hartlepool United the side to beat, with roughly 53% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all National League odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Hartlepool United Preview
Hartlepool United reach this fixture 3 match into their National League. Here is where Pools stand:
In this competition
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost
2 points per game
4 scored, at 1.33 a game
2 conceded, at 0.67 a game
Pools, season-wide
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Corey McKeown, 2 goals
Most assists: Brooklyn Ilunga, 2 assists
Recent results — Hartlepool United
22/08/2026 07:30
15/08/2026 10:00
08/08/2026 10:00
25/04/2026 07:30
21/04/2026 14:45
Eastleigh: how they are travelling
Eastleigh come in 3 matches into their National League.
Here is what Eastleigh have produced:
In this competition
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost
2 points per game
5 scored, at 1.67 a game
4 conceded, at 1.33 a game
Eastleigh, season-wide
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Josh Lundstram, 2 goals
Most assists: Jordan Cousins, 2 assists
Recent results — Eastleigh
22/08/2026 07:30
15/08/2026 10:00
08/08/2026 10:00
25/04/2026 07:30
18/04/2026 10:00
The head-to-head
Over 14 recent meetings between Hartlepool United and Eastleigh:
Hartlepool United: 4 win(s)
Eastleigh: 4 win(s)
Drawn: 6
An even record like this keeps the Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh prediction genuinely open.
Form comparison Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Hartlepool United
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 2 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.67 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.24 | 1.13 | 1.29 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.47 | 1.3 |
Away Team
Eastleigh
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 2.5 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 100% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.04 | 1.38 | 0.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.5 | 1.38 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Hartlepool United win or Draw
The upcoming Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh matchup looks to be a close contest, but home advantage could be the key factor in this match.
For that reason, we suggest backing Hartlepool United to win or draw on the Double Chance market. Playing at The Suit Direct Stadium in front of their home fans should give them the edge they need to at least avoid defeat, making this a strong bet.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5
Our analysis shows that this match is likely to see many goals.
After reviewing Hartlepool United and Eastleigh’s recent performances, we predict this game will exceed 2.5 total goals. Both teams boast some of the strongest attacks in National League, which makes this a strong betting option.
Fixture information - Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh
Match: Hartlepool United vs Eastleigh
Competition: National League
Date: Friday, 28/08/2026
Kick-off: 19:45 (UK time)
Venue: The Suit Direct Stadium
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Stats
The statistics for Monkey Hangers vs Eastleigh that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
1.5
League: 3.14
Both Teams to Score
0%
League: 61%
Over 1.5+
50%
League: 81%
Over 2.5+
0%
League: 64%
Cards
3
League: 3.61
Corners
4
League: 9.69
Home Team
Hartlepool United
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 2 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.67 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.24 | 1.13 | 1.29 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.47 | 1.3 |
Away Team
Eastleigh
England - National League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 2.5 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 100% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.04 | 1.38 | 0.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.5 | 1.38 |
Corners
7.34 / Match
+59% Corners / Match
Eastleigh received +59% more corners than Hartlepool United in the National League
11.66 / Match
Sutton United
(5)
Aldershot Town
(4)
Barrow
(2)(6)
Scunthorpe United
(2)
Kidderminster Harriers
(5)
Gateshead
Cards
1.67 / Match
+149% Cards / Match
Hartlepool United received +149% more cards than Eastleigh in the National League
0.67 / Match
Sutton United
(3)
Aldershot Town
(1)
Barrow
(1)(0)
Scunthorpe United
(2)
Kidderminster Harriers
(0)
Gateshead
Goals Scored
1.33 / Match
+26%
Eastleigh is +26% better in terms of goals scored
1.67 / Match
Sutton United
(1)
Aldershot Town
(1)
Barrow
(2)(3)
Scunthorpe United
(0)
Kidderminster Harriers
(2)
Gateshead
Goals Conceded
0.67 / Match
+50%
Eastleigh condeded +50% more goals than Hartlepool United
1.33 / Match
Sutton United
(2)
Aldershot Town
(0)
Barrow
(0)(2)
Scunthorpe United
(1)
Kidderminster Harriers
(1)
Gateshead
National League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sutton United
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
Southend United
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 3 |
| 3 |
Boreham Wood
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 4 |
Harrogate Town
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 5 |
Boston United
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| 6 |
Hartlepool United
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| 7 |
Eastleigh
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 8 |
Worthing
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 9 |
AFC Hornchurch
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 10 |
Forest Green Rovers
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 6 | 2 |
| 11 |
Yeovil Town
|
3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1.67 |
| 12 |
Carlisle United
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 13 |
Aldershot Town
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 14 |
Fylde
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 15 |
Kidderminster Harriers
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 16 |
Halifax Town
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 17 |
Gateshead
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 3 | 1 |
| 18 |
Woking
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -4 | 3 | 1 |
| 19 |
Scunthorpe United
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 20 |
Barrow
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 21 |
Wealdstone
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 22 |
Tamworth
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 23 |
Altrincham
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
| 24 |
Solihull Moors
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 10 | -7 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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