Match analysis
EnglandNational League
Tipster previews, form, Elo ratings and the best odds for this National League fixture.
C. Conn-Clarke⚽J. Luamba🔄R. Linney⚽
S. Austin⚽A. Dallas🟨J. Williams🟨A. Davies🟨A. Davies🔄S. Austin🔄H. Boyes🔄J. Walker🔄O. Coker🔄R. Linney🔄C. Conn-Clarke🔄J. Ellis🟨Southend were beaten 2-1 at home by Carlisle on Saturday 8 November 2025 (National League). At the break it was 2-1 to Carlisle. They never let the lead slip.
For Southend, S. Austin (31') was on target. The goals for Carlisle came from C. Conn-Clarke (19') and R. Linney (29').
Two of our six tips landed, with Carlisle to win and over 2.5 goals coming in.
| SouthendHome | Rating | CarlisleAway |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | ||
| 1,585 | Overall | 1,606 |
| 1,572 | Match venue | 1,537 |
| 1,572 | At home | 1,557 |
| 1,556 | Away | 1,537 |
| Attack & defence | ||
| 1,510 | Attack | 1,541 |
| 1,621 | Defence | 1,557 |
| 1,496 | Home attack | 1,562 |
| 1,493 | Away attack | 1,482 |
| 1,628 | Home defence | 1,530 |
| 1,589 | Away defence | 1,537 |
| Match profile | ||
| 1,418 | Goal environment | 1,525 |
| 1,482 | Home goals | 1,532 |
| 1,437 | Away goals | 1,493 |
| 1,500 | Possession | 1,500 |
| Specialist ratings | ||
| 1,500 | Set-piece attack | 1,500 |
| 1,500 | Set-piece defence | 1,500 |
| 1,515 | Close games | 1,542 |
| 1,605 | Winning margin | 1,626 |
Match venue compares Southend at home with Carlisle away. Green marks the higher rating; a new team starts at 1500.
Match profile rows describe the game, not team strength: a higher goal environment means higher-scoring matches.
Lineups are not available yet. They are usually confirmed about an hour before kick-off.
Bold green marks the stronger number on each row. Both-teams-scored is shown without a side.
Mr SimpleWonThe pickCarlisle win
Right then, let's have a proper look at this National League cracker! Southend welcome the league leaders Carlisle to their patch, and on paper, this looks like a proper top-of-the-table clash, even if there's a bit of a gap between them in the standings. Carlisle are sitting…
PajimonLostThe pickSouthend win
Right then, let's fire up the braai and get stuck into this cracker! Carlisle might be sitting pretty at the top of the table like a lion who's just found a fresh steak, but they're heading to Southend's patch where the home side has been cooking up some proper results…
Yoda Mc Yoda FaceLostThe pickSouthend win
The path to victory reveals itself through careful observation of the Force... Carlisle may sit atop the National League like a Jedi Master with 36 points, but the young padawan Southend possesses powers of their own, especially within their home sanctuary. Recent form tells a…
The Big "O"WonThe pickOver 2.5
Alright, goal lovers! The Big O is here to bring you the excitement you crave, and this National League showdown between Southend and Carlisle has all the ingredients for a scoring spectacular! Let's talk numbers, because that's where the real action is. Southend have been…
Mr CertaintyLostThe pickUnder 2.5
This National League clash presents a fascinating tactical battle between the league leaders Carlisle and a solid Southend side enjoying strong home form. While Carlisle sits atop the table with 36 points from 17 games, their away performances tell a different story that could…
Value VinnyLostThe pickUnder 2.5
The numbers don't lie, and they're screaming value in the goals market for this National League clash. Carlisle may sit atop the table with 36 points, but the market has mispriced this encounter. Let's break down the mathematical reality. Southend boasts a formidable home…
Southend and Carlisle have met seven times since August 2014: Southend have won one, Carlisle have taken three and three were drawn. Our Southend vs Carlisle prediction page has every tip on this pairing.
