It’s game day in the England National League on 12.09.2026! Forest Green faces Gateshead in what’s expected to be a one-sided affair. Forest Green’s strong form suggests they’ll win. Check out our game guide and tips for insights into making smart bets.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Altrincham | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7/8 | 9 |
| 13 | Forest Green | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7/10 | 9 |
| 14 | Carlisle | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 13/10 | 8 |
| 21 | Scunthorpe | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8/12 | 4 |
| 22 | Gateshead | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5/9 | 4 |
| 23 | Woking | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4/10 | 4 |
Forest Green vs Gateshead Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | Gateshead | Forest Green | 28.02.2026 | 0-2 |
| National League | Forest Green | Gateshead | 15.11.2025 | 3-1 |
| National League | Forest Green | Gateshead | 12.04.2025 | 2-3 |
| National League | Gateshead | Forest Green | 21.09.2024 | 0-2 |
| National League | Gateshead | Forest Green | 18.02.2017 | 3-1 |
| National League | Forest Green | Gateshead | 13.08.2016 | 1-0 |
| National League | Gateshead | Forest Green | 12.03.2016 | 0-1 |
| National League | Forest Green | Gateshead | 26.09.2015 | 0-1 |
| National League | Gateshead | Forest Green | 18.04.2015 | 2-4 |
| National League | Forest Green | Gateshead | 11.10.2014 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | AFC Hornchurch | Forest Green | 05.09.2026 | 0-1 |
| National League | Forest Green | Altrincham | 31.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League | AFC Fylde | Forest Green | 28.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League | Forest Green | Boreham Wood | 22.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| National League | Worthing | Forest Green | 15.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League | Forest Green | FC Halifax Town | 08.08.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Forest Green | Swindon Town | 01.08.2026 | 1-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Forest Green | Bristol City | 29.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Forest Green | Cardiff | 25.07.2026 | 1-5 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Forest Green | Bristol Rovers | 21.07.2026 | 2-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League | Gateshead | Solihull Moors | 05.09.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League | Harrogate Town | Gateshead | 31.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League | Gateshead | Sutton Utd | 28.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| National League | Yeovil Town | Gateshead | 22.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| National League Cup | Gateshead | Nottingham Forest U21 | 18.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League | Gateshead | Woking | 15.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League | Eastleigh | Gateshead | 08.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Spennymoor Town | Gateshead | 01.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Gateshead | South Shields | 28.07.2026 | 1-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Gateshead | Newcastle | 25.07.2026 | 1-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Forest Green VS Gateshead
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Forest Green vs Gateshead
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Forest Green vs Gateshead
htmlForest Green host Gateshead this weekend in what looks like a mismatch on paper — but don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this one is already decided.
Yes, Forest Green sit 13th with nine points from six games. Yes, Gateshead are scrapping near the bottom in 22nd with just four points. But the head-to-head record between these two tells a far more complicated story.
Here's what you need to watch for. Over their last four National League meetings, neither side has won back-to-back against the other. Every time one team dominates, the other bounces straight back. That pattern is worth keeping in mind before you pile money on the home side at 1.44.
Forest Green's current form is genuinely mixed. They've won three of their last six competitive fixtures, but they've also been leaking goals — ten conceded already this season. A 3-0 home defeat to Boreham Wood and a 2-0 loss at AFC Fylde suggest there's real vulnerability at the back. Gateshead, for all their struggles, managed five goals in their last six league games. They can hurt teams.
Gateshead's away form is the real concern for the visitors. They lost 3-0 at Yeovil and 2-1 at Harrogate in their recent road trips. Travelling to The New Lawn hasn't historically helped them either, with Forest Green winning the last home encounter between these sides 3-1 back in November 2025.
Here's a surprising stat that caught my eye. In their last six head-to-head meetings, five of the games have produced three or more goals combined. Only one ended in a draw. This fixture tends to have real bite to it — and both defences right now are hardly watertight.
For bettors, I'd steer away from the 1.44 on Forest Green outright — there's not enough value there given how streaky they've been. The Over 2.5 Goals market looks genuinely interesting given the historical pattern and both teams' defensive records this season. The Draw at 4.40 also deserves a small flutter as a value play, especially if you believe the h2h cycle holds.
My bold prediction: Forest Green win 2-1, but Gateshead score first and make it uncomfortable for the home side before the hosts eventually find their rhythm. Back a Gateshead first goalscorer and both teams to score if you want the real value in this one.
Saturday afternoon football at its unpredictable best. Don't miss it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Moore-Taylor | England | 32 | Defender | 177 | 83 |
| T. Knowles | England | 27 | Attacker | 183 | 70 |
| N. Haughton | England | 31 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 78 kg |
| K. McAllister | Scotland | 27 | Midfielder | 175 | n/a |
| R. Inniss | England | 31 | Defender | 197 | 82 |
| L. McNicholas | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Goalkeeper | 192 | n/a |
| H. Bunker | England | 23 | Midfielder | 190 | n/a |
| Abraham Kanu | England | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Harry Whitwell | England | 20 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
| F. Pagel | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| J. Clarke | England | 25 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 78 kg |
| Sean Etaluku | England | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Isaac Moore | England | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| N. Kengni | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| J. Buyabu | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| J. Balagizi | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| T. Pemberton | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| L. Mendy | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| A. Dausch | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a | |
| T. Babalola | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Telford | England | 29 | Attacker | 175 cm | 72 kg |
| F. Nouble | England | 34 | Attacker | 190 | 82 |
| J. Grayson | England | 27 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| K. Richardson | England | 27 | Defender | 185 | 70 |
| J. Butterfield | England | 36 | Midfielder | 180 | 77 |
| C. Edwards | England | 32 | Midfielder | 183 | 70 |
| D. Ferguson | England | 32 | Defender | 180 | 76 |
| I. Bakare | England | 24 | Defender | 188 | 88 |
| K. Hurst | England | 24 | Midfielder | 178 | 72 |
| T. Brooks | Republic of Ireland | 23 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 76 |
| A. Elliott-Wheeler | England | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| K. Adom | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| J. Home | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| C. Bone | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| F. John | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| W. Flint | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| B. Williams | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| P. Leech | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a | |
| K. Pennant | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a | |
| Tyrelle Newton | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Forest Green vs Gateshead match odds
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