On 12.09.2026, Carlisle meets Southend in a crucial England National League encounter. Both teams have been equally impressive this season, making the outcome hard to predict. Our detailed preview includes analysis of their performances in the England National League, key players, and tactical setups. Read our prediction for Carlisle vs. Southend before placing your bet!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Harrogate Town | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 15/9 | 13 |
| 3 | Southend | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12/8 | 13 |
| 4 | AFC Hornchurch | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 10/8 | 12 |
| 13 | Forest Green | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7/10 | 9 |
| 14 | Carlisle | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 13/10 | 8 |
| 15 | Boston United | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8/8 | 7 |
Carlisle vs Southend Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | Carlisle | Southend | 07.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| National League | Southend | Carlisle | 08.11.2025 | 1-2 |
| League Two | Southend | Carlisle | 03.04.2021 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Carlisle | Southend | 19.09.2020 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Southend | Carlisle | 28.02.2015 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Carlisle | Southend | 23.08.2014 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | Carlisle | Boreham Wood | 03.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League | Carlisle | Brackley Town | 25.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| National League | Truro City | Carlisle | 18.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| National League | Carlisle | Sutton Utd | 11.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| National League | Morecambe | Carlisle | 06.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| National League | Carlisle | Gateshead | 03.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| National League | Braintree | Carlisle | 28.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League | FC Halifax Town | Carlisle | 24.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| National League | Carlisle | Boston United | 21.03.2026 | 6-2 |
| National League | Tamworth | Carlisle | 14.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | Southend | Yeovil Town | 05.09.2026 | 3-2 |
| National League | Woking | Southend | 31.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League | Southend | Kidderminster Harriers | 28.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| National League | Solihull Moors | Southend | 22.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| National League | Southend | Scunthorpe | 15.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| National League | Altrincham | Southend | 08.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Southend | Aveley | 01.08.2026 | 4-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Southend | Leyton Orient | 25.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Southend | Northampton | 22.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Southend | West Ham | 18.07.2026 | 1-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Carlisle VS Southend
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Carlisle vs Southend
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Carlisle vs Southend
Southend are flying right now, and that makes this National League clash absolutely fascinating. The visitors sit third in the table with 13 points from just six games, while Carlisle are down in 14th with eight points. On paper, this looks straightforward. But football rarely follows the script on paper.
Here's what you need to watch for — Carlisle are actually the more prolific side this season. They've scored 13 goals in six games compared to Southend's 12. That's a team that knows how to find the net. At odds of 2.30, the home side might represent genuine value for those willing to back them.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Southend's strong start. Their defensive record tells a more complicated story. Eight goals conceded in six games isn't exactly a fortress mentality, and Carlisle's attacking output suggests they can absolutely hurt anyone on their day.
The head-to-head record leans heavily in Carlisle's favour. They've won four of the last six meetings, including a 2-0 victory at Brunton Park back in 2020. Southend have managed just one win in those encounters. That psychological edge matters, especially at home.
The last time these two met this season, it finished 2-2 at Carlisle's ground. Before that, Carlisle won 2-1 at Southend. This fixture consistently produces goals. Both teams to score looks like a near certainty based on recent history, and over 2.5 goals carries excellent value here.
I'm predicting Carlisle to score first. They've been devastating at home, that 6-2 demolition of Boston United still fresh in the memory. Southend's defence has been leaky enough to allow it.
My bold prediction? This ends 2-1 to Carlisle. The home advantage, the head-to-head dominance, and Southend's defensive vulnerabilities all point in one direction. The draw at 3.25 also deserves attention given how tight this rivalry tends to be, but I'm backing Carlisle to take all three points.
Saturday night under the lights at Brunton Park. Two teams with goals in their blood. Don't miss this one.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Whelan | England | 27 | Midfielder | 176 | 71 |
| H. Lewis | England | 28 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 77 |
| L. Armstrong | England | 30 | Attacker | 185 | 70 |
| A. Gilliead | England | 30 | Midfielder | 183 | 70 |
| Jordan Jones | Northern Ireland | 31 | Attacker | 174 | 61 |
| C. Harper | Scotland | 24 | Defender | 184 | 58 kg |
| G. Kelly | Republic of Ireland | 29 | Attacker | 188 | 77 |
| A. Hayden | England | 29 | Defender | 185 | 79 |
| D. Ajiboye | England | 27 | Midfielder | 170 | 72 |
| S. Wearne | England | 25 | Midfielder | 181 | 76 |
| A. Davies | England | 27 | Defender | 183 | 78 |
| C. Conn-Clarke | Northern Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Luamba | England | 23 | Attacker | 188 | n/a |
| S. Murray | England | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| H. Macadam | England | 25 | Midfielder | 193 | 84 |
| G. Breeze | England | 22 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| J. Williams | England | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Ellis | England | 22 | Defender | 194 | n/a |
| Hayden Atkinson | England | 18 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| R. Linney | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Bridge | England | 30 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 73 kg |
| Noor Husin | Afghanistan | 29 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 65 kg |
| M. Bonne | Zimbabwe | 30 | Attacker | 180 cm | 76 kg |
| C. Miley | England | 31 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| W. Fonguck | England | 29 | Midfielder | 183 cm | 77 kg |
| G. Moncur | England | 33 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 63 kg |
| J. Walker | England | 28 | Attacker | 176 cm | n/a |
| C. Powell | England | 30 | Midfielder | 166 cm | n/a |
| J. Morton | England | 27 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 77 kg |
| K. Appiah-Forson | England | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Pepple | Canada | 23 | Attacker | 185 cm | 83 kg |
| L. Lomas | England | 25 | Defender | 193 cm | 79 kg |
| A. Crowther | England | 25 | Midfielder | 194 cm | n/a |
| O. Coker | England | 23 | Midfielder | 181 cm | n/a |
| D. Waldron | England | 29 | Attacker | 183 cm | n/a |
| J. Wood | England | 31 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Martin | England | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Beau MacDonald | England | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. Blake | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Faulkner | England | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Carlisle vs Southend match odds
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