Leiston - Needham Market prediction 27 December 2025
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| 1 |  Walton & Hersham | 42 | 29 | 5 | 8 | 94:42 | +52 | 92 |
| 2 |  Farnham Town | 42 | 25 | 9 | 8 | 90:50 | +40 | 84 |
| 3 |  Gloucester City | 42 | 25 | 8 | 10 | 93:51 | +42 | 83 |
| 4 |  Poole Town | 42 | 21 | 12 | 9 | 80:50 | +30 | 75 |
| 5 |  Berkhamsted | 42 | 21 | 9 | 12 | 62:50 | +12 | 72 |
| 6 |  Sholing | 42 | 18 | 15 | 9 | 74:53 | +21 | 69 |
| 7 |  Chertsey Town | 42 | 19 | 10 | 13 | 64:55 | +9 | 67 |
| 8 |  Gosport Borough | 42 | 19 | 6 | 17 | 74:75 | -1 | 63 |
| 9 |  Uxbridge | 42 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 74:70 | +4 | 59 |
| 10 |  Havant & Wville | 42 | 17 | 7 | 18 | 78:70 | +8 | 58 |
| 11 |  Plymouth Parkway | 42 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 64:79 | -15 | 56 |
| 12 |  Bracknell Town | 42 | 15 | 10 | 17 | 70:71 | -1 | 55 |
| 13 |  Yate Town | 42 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 57:62 | -5 | 52 |
| 14 |  Hanwell Town | 42 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 57:63 | -6 | 52 |
| 15 |  Wimborne Town | 42 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 63:62 | +1 | 51 |
| 16 |  Taunton Town | 42 | 14 | 9 | 19 | 65:70 | -5 | 51 |
| 17 |  Basingstoke Town | 42 | 14 | 9 | 19 | 61:71 | -10 | 51 |
| 18 |  Evesham United | 42 | 11 | 14 | 17 | 51:62 | -11 | 47 |
| 19 |  Weymouth | 42 | 13 | 8 | 21 | 53:71 | -18 | 47 |
| 20 |  Dorchester Town | 42 | 9 | 13 | 20 | 48:79 | -31 | 40 |
| 21 |  Hungerford Town | 42 | 9 | 11 | 22 | 47:87 | -40 | 38 |
| 22 |  Tiverton Town | 42 | 5 | 3 | 34 | 39:115 | -76 | 18 |
Leiston vs Needham Market Prediction (Dec 27)
The Leiston vs Needham Market prediction for the Southern League Premier Division match on Dec 27 at 15:00 is a tight contest. Needham Market enters as the slight favorite with a 45% win probability, while Leiston has a 30% chance, and the draw is rated at 25%. This analysis breaks down team form, head-to-head record, and league positions to answer who will win.
Team Form
Leiston's last five results show strong form: W, D, D, W, W. They recently beat Aveley 4-2 away in a friendly and drew 1-1 at Alvechurch. At home, they drew 2-2 with Spalding United. Their attack has been consistent, scoring in their last four competitive matches. Needham Market's recent form reads L, D, W, W, W, including a 2-1 home win over Barwell and a 3-1 away win at AFC Sudbury. Their only recent loss came against Banbury United. Away from home, Needham Market has been solid, winning two of their last three trips.
Head-to-Head Record
The H2H record across 13 meetings shows Leiston with 6 wins, Needham Market with 3 wins, and 4 draws. The most recent clash was on Dec 27, where Needham Market won 1-0 away. Earlier this season, on Aug 25, Leiston won 2-1 at Needham Market. The history is competitive, with alternating results in the last four meetings.
League Table Positions
Neither team appears in the top 12 of the overall Southern League Premier Division standings. The table is led by Walton & Hersham with 92 points. While exact positions for Leiston and Needham Market are not provided, their form suggests both are mid-table sides. Needham Market's stronger away form in recent matches gives them a slight edge in this fixture.
Win Probability: Leiston or Needham Market?
Win probabilities are calculated based on form, H2H, and the home/away factor. Needham Market has a 45% chance of winning, Leiston sits at 30%, and the draw is 25%. Needham Market's probability is higher due to their recent away results (W, W, D in their last three away league games). Leiston's home form is decent but includes draws that lower their outright win chance. The head-to-head record is mixed, making the draw a realistic outcome.
Odds & Match Prediction
Odds from bookmakers are not available in the data. However, based on the stats, the prediction favors Needham Market to avoid defeat. The most likely match outcome is a draw or an away win. For betting tips, under 2.5 goals could be a consideration given the tight H2H history. The final prediction: Needham Market is the more likely winner, but Leiston could force a draw at Victory Road.
Leiston vs Needham Market — FAQ
- Who will win Leiston vs Needham Market?
- Needham Market is slightly favored with a 45% chance of winning. Leiston has a 30% win probability, and the draw is 25%, making an away win the most likely single outcome.
- What is the win probability for Needham Market?
- Needham Market has a 45% win probability. This is based on their strong away form (2 wins, 1 draw in the last 3 away league games) and their 1-0 victory in the most recent meeting with Leiston.
- When is the Leiston vs Needham Market match?
- The match is on Dec 27 at 15:00, at Victory Road in Leiston, Suffolk. It is part of the Southern League Premier Division in England.
- What are the odds for the match?
- Bookmaker odds for the Leiston vs Needham Market match are not currently available in the data. Check your sportsbook closer to kickoff for 1X2 betting markets.