Hartlepool - Eastleigh

Friday 28 August 2026 marks a key National League encounter as Hartlepool United welcome Eastleigh to The Suit Direct Stadium for matchday 4. Both sides enter this fixture looking to establish early momentum in the table, with the hosts aiming to bounce back from a narrow defeat in their most recent outing. Their previous meetings have often been tight affairs, including a 1-0 victory for Hartlepool United on 21 March 2026 that highlights the competitive nature of this rivalry.

Hartlepool United began their campaign with a solid win against Barrow before securing a clean sheet victory over Aldershot Town. Meanwhile, Eastleigh arrive following a high-scoring 3-2 win against Scunthorpe United, a result that helped recover their form after a loss to Kidderminster Harriers. With both teams showing they can find the net, the outcome will likely hinge on which defense proves more resilient under the lights.