Brunton Park hosts a crucial National League encounter as Carlisle United face rivals Hartlepool United in a classic northern derby. Both teams are fighting for vital points at opposite ends of the table, with Carlisle pushing for promotion and Hartlepool battling relegation. This high-stakes clash promises to be an intense match preview.
Our Carlisle United v Hartlepool United betting preview provides comprehensive analysis for this derby fixture. This detailed Carlisle United v Hartlepool United match preview examines all key factors, serving as your essential Carlisle United v Hartlepool United preview for this encounter.
Carlisle United v Hartlepool United Match Preview/Betting Preview
This derby match carries significant weight for both clubs. Carlisle’s promotion ambitions face a stern test against a Hartlepool side fighting for their National League survival. The passionate atmosphere and high stakes make this a compelling betting proposition.
Team Recent Form
Carlisle United: WDWLW
Hartlepool United: LLLDL
Key Stats
- Carlisle United are unbeaten in their last 8 home matches (W5, D3).
- Hartlepool United have failed to score in 4 of their last 6 away matches.
- Both teams have scored in 3 of the last 4 meetings between these sides.
Correct Score Prediction
We predict a 2-0 win for Carlisle United. The home side’s strong form at Brunton Park and superior league position should prove decisive against a Hartlepool team struggling for results away from home. Carlisle’s defensive solidity coupled with their attacking threat should see them secure a comfortable victory.
Carlisle United v Hartlepool United H2H
- The teams have met 4 times in the National League since 2019.
- Carlisle have 2 wins, Hartlepool have 1 win, with 1 draw.
- Three of the four meetings have produced Under 2.5 goals.
- The last match at Brunton Park ended in a 1-0 victory for Carlisle.
Pre Game Odds
- Carlisle United to Win: 1.75
- Draw: 3.60
- Hartlepool United to Win: 4.50
Team News Carlisle United
Carlisle will be without midfielder Callum Guy who serves a suspension, but striker Kristian Dennis returns from injury and is expected to start. Defender Morgan Feeney remains a doubt but could feature on the bench.
Team News Hartlepool United
Hartlepool have significant injury concerns with defenders Mouhamed Niang and Euan Murray both ruled out. Forward Josh Umerah is available despite carrying a knock, but may not be risked from the start given their injury situation.
Predicted Line-ups
Carlisle United (4-3-3): Holy; Barclay, Huntington, Mellish, Armer; Moxon, McCalmont, Gibson; Patrick, Dennis, Garner.
Hartlepool United (4-4-2): Killip; Ferguson, Lacey, Odusina, Cooke; Hastie, Featherstone, Sylla, Morris; Dieseruvwe, Hamilton.
Carlisle United v Hartlepool United Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Carlisle United Win
Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3 – Both team to score: No
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