"Getting December underway with a 2-1 loss against Cursor Ashton, Alfreton have also shown some extended defensive issues. With their recent rut underlined by a frantic 6-2 drumming against Merthyr Town on November 22nd, Tuesday's hosts have registered just two clean sheets from any of their previous 13 showdowns across all fronts - a run that stems all the way back to September 20th."
"As for the visitors, losing six of their first seven National League North appearances when opening up the new campaign back in August, Southport appeared destined for yet another relegation scrap. However, securing a 3-1 FA Trophy victory at home against Leek over the weekend, Neil Danns' men have certainly turned a real corner over the past couple of months."
Alfreton sit near the foot of the National League North after a difficult start to the 2025/26 campaign, failing to win any of their last four matches and exiting the FA Trophy at Alvechurch. The Reds have defensive issues highlighted by a 6-2 loss to Merthyr Town and have kept only two clean sheets in their previous 13 matches. Southport began the season poorly but have improved markedly, remaining unbeaten in nine matches across all competitions and securing a 3-1 FA Trophy win over Leek. Southport have climbed out of the relegation zone and carry increased confidence.
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