Here, our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling has made his latest round of National League predictions as Pools look to keep pace in the race for the top seven.

5. Eastleigh 1-1 Sutton United
The Spitfires, who are on their third manager of a tumultuous season, are just five points above the relegation zone and have lost four of their last five games. The Us, meanwhile, have produced some excellent results, winning away at both Pools and Scunthorpe United, as well as some dire ones, shipping five at home to third from bottom Morecambe and three against bottom club Truro City. The South Londoners are just a point better off than the Hampshire side. Photo: FRANK REID

6. Gateshead 1-2 York City
Remarkably, Gateshead have given themselves a chance of pulling off a miraculous escape from relegation, winning five, drawing three and losing just two of their last 10 matches. Even so, it's hard to see the plucky Heed having enough to take points off title-chasing York, who have won 12 of their previous 13 league games. Photo: Carl Recine

7. Southend United 1-0 Woking
Southend slipped up at lowly Altrincham on Saturday but had been on a run of five games unbeaten prior to that. Woking have taken 13 points from the last 15 available and will fancy their chances in Essex, making this one difficult to call. Photo: Richard Pelham

8. Morecambe 1-1 Hartlepool United
Morecambe had been on a run of three games without defeat before being edged out by Yeovil Town at the weekend. Pools have won each of their last two matches but their performances have left a little to be desired. A point wouldn't do much for either side and would surely end any hopes Pools might still be harbouring of sneaking into the top seven. Photo: Frank Reid

