"Starting with the hosts, losing their League Two status last season, it is no secret that Carlisle have their sights firmly set on booking an immediate fourth-tier return this time around. Last seen signing off 2025 with a gritty 1-0 victory at home against Morecambe, Mark Hughes' men are sat firmly in the driving seat to punch a play-off ticket this year."
"As for the visitors, while Wealdstone might have embarked on a real purple patch on either side of opening November, Sam Cox's men have largely come crashing back down to earth in a worrying fashion. Last seen signing off 2025 with another worrying display as they slumped to a 4-1 defeat away at Aldershot, the former Oxford City boss has seen his downbeat squad come tumbling down the National League standings."
Carlisle United aim for an immediate return to League Two after relegation and are in strong form under Mark Hughes. They recently beat Morecambe 1-0 and won 3-0 at Gateshead, securing three wins out of four and consecutive National League victories. Carlisle have strong home form, losing just once at Brunton Park since September. Wealdstone have slipped after an earlier purple patch, suffering heavy defeats including 4-1 at Aldershot and 4-0 at home to Boreham Wood. The Stones are winless in eight National League matches and have particular trouble on the road. Wealdstone occupy a falling position in the standings with growing concerns around form and confidence.
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