Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: December 9th, 2025 | Mounting Systems Stadium | National League North | 19:45 (GMT)

The National League North can pit together clubs from every corner of the country's Northern regions, making those festive fixtures an incredible (and freezing) trek. Hereford fans are the victims on this occasion, as they travel to the North Sea Coast to play in this terribly tough fixture against a flying Scarborough Athletic. Will the Bulls win a clash and save themselves from dropping into the relegation zone? Or will the Seadogs clinch a win that would affirm their title hopes?

Key Betting Tip: Scarborough Athletic to Win at 1.91 odds (talkSPORT BET) represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Predicted Lineups

Scarborough Athletic Predicted XI: Whitley (GK), Weledji, Thornton, Purver, Green, Colville, Coyle, Tear, Brown, Wadsworth, Hull

Hereford Predicted XI: Richardson, Skinner, Howkins, Quansah, Hudson, Sterling-James, Hamilton, Mafuta, Osborne, Williams, McFarlane

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Current League Standings

The Seadogs are 6th in the Enterprise National League North with 32 points from 19 games (9W, 5D, 5L). They have scored 28 goals and conceded 25, and most importantly, have at least one game in hand over all five above them. There is a pressure to win in this fixture as they are 2 points from 11th place, and 2 points from 4th, however considering who their opponents are…

The Bulls are 20th in the Enterprise National League North with 20 points from 18 games (5W, 5D, 8L). They have scored 22 goals and conceded 29, and notably have at least two games in hand over the five teams above them. Hereford’s lowly position in the NLN is largely down to their lack of games played and not their season so far, however if any of the three teams behind them win (24th placed Leamington are out of the equation at this point), then they will fall even further.

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Head-to-Head Timeline

Two decades ago this was a National League fixture, however since Boro’s promotion in 2022, the teams have competed together in the sixth tier. In their last 10 meetings, Hereford have 6 wins, Scarborough have 3 and there has been one draw.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• March 2025: Scarborough Athletic 1-0 Hereford (National League North)
• December 2024: Hereford 1-0 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)
• January 2024: Scarborough Athletic 3-0 Hereford (National League North)
• November 2023: Hereford 3-1 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)
• January 2023:Hereford 2-0 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)

Recent Scarborough Athletic and Hereford Matches Analysis

Scarborough Athletic Last 5 Matches:

• Scarborough Athletic 2-2 Bedford Town (National League North)
• Macclesfield 1-1 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)
• Scarborough 0-0 Alfreton Town (National League North)
• Curzon Ashton 1-2 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)
• Worksop Town 1-0 Scarborough Athletic (National League North)

Scarborough are currently struggling to find that winning goal, drawing each of their last three games. They have been losing until late in both of their last two fixtures, relying on a goal in the closing 10 minutes to earn themselves a point.

Hereford Last 5 Matches:

• Peterborough Sports 0-2 Hereford (National League North)
• Chester 1-1 Hereford (National League North)
• Hereford 1-2 Southport (National League North)
• Oxford City 3-0 Hereford (National League North)
• Hereford 3-3 Curzon Ashton (National League North)

The Bulls won their first league game since early October last time out, and will be looking to capitalise on that and turn their form around ahead of a congested December schedule.

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 60% confidence in a Scarborough Win. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Scarborough Athletic to Win @ 1.91 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a home win in this fixture. Their superior form, home advantage, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford

Rio Allan (Scarborough Athletic): The tricky winger bagged goals against Bedford and Curzon in the last month and looks the Seadogs’ lead attacking threat at the moment.

Omari Sterling-James (Hereford): The experienced winger has played almost every minute of Hereford’s poor campaign, and looks one of the Bulls’ most fruitful forwards.

Scarborough Athletic vs Hereford Match Facts

Broadcast Details: N/A

Stadium Information: The Mounting Systems Stadium, also known by its traditional name, Queensgate, is a sports ground situated in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It serves as the home pitch for Bridlington Town Association Football Club. While the original ground has a long history, the current facilities have a maximum capacity of 3,000 spectators, which includes a 500-seater stand. The stadium is situated in the town of Bridlington, close to the North Sea coast. It is the temporary home of Scarborough Athletic whilst the club begins work on their regular home, the Flamingo Land Stadium.

Referee: Yet to be announced.