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South Shields vs Carlisle United: Live Score, Stream, H2H and Prediction (22.07.2025)

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South Shields host Carlisle United in a Club Friendly Games encounter on July 22, 2025, providing both English sides crucial preseason preparation. South Shields enter this fixture seeking to reverse their recent form slump, having failed to win in their last five competitive outings. Carlisle United aim to build momentum after a mixed run of results. This friendly offers valuable match fitness ahead of their respective league campaigns, with both managers using the fixture to assess squad depth and tactical options before the season's competitive action resumes.

Current Form Comparison

South Shields
South Shields
Bad • Negative
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Carlisle United
Poor • Neutral
Carlisle United
-3.6
CheckForm Rating
1
Carlisle United is 128% better in CheckForm™

South Shields vs Carlisle United: Recent Form Analysis

South Shields Recent Form

South Shields approach this friendly in concerning form, having lost three of their last five competitive fixtures while scoring just once during this period. Their recent 0-4 defeat to Sunderland highlights defensive vulnerabilities that manager Ian Watson will urgently address. The team has struggled to convert draws into victories, managing only two points from their last five matches.

South Shields Last 5 Matches:
L L L D D
DateOpponentResultScore
Sat Jul 12SunderlandLoss0-4
Sat Apr 26Marine AFCLoss4-1
Mon Apr 21Spennymoor TownLoss0-2
Fri Apr 18DarlingtonDraw1-1
Sat Apr 12SouthportDraw0-0

Carlisle United Recent Form

Carlisle United show marginally better form with one win in their last five matches, though defensive consistency remains an issue. Their 3-2 victory against Port Vale demonstrated attacking threat but also highlighted defensive frailties. Mark Hughes' side has drawn two of their last five competitive fixtures, indicating they remain competitive even when not securing maximum points.

Carlisle United Last 5 Matches:
L D L D W
DateOpponentResultScore
Tue Jul 08MotherwellLoss1-0
Sat May 03Salford CityDraw2-2
Sat Apr 26Cheltenham TownLoss3-2
Mon Apr 21Accrington StanleyDraw1-1
Fri Apr 18Port ValeWin3-2

South Shields vs Carlisle United: Head-to-Head Record

South Shields and Carlisle United meet in what promises to be an intriguing Club Friendly Games encounter. This fixture represents a fresh chapter in the rivalry between these English sides, with both teams looking to establish dominance in this important preseason clash. Expert analysis and predictions for this South Shields vs Carlisle United encounter .

Oscar Hasley

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Head to Head meetings South Shields - Carlisle United

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  • The biggest draw0
  • The most effective match1-2
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    Victories

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    Draws

  • 1

    Victories

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Victories

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0

1

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Scored goals

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1

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Average per game

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1

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The biggest victory

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South Shields

South Shields

  • 5Matches
  • 3Goals
  • 0.6Goal per game
  • 0Wins
  • 1Draws
  • 4Losses
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Carlisle United

19.07, 14:00

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Shildon

12.07, 15:00

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Sunderland

26.04, 14:00

Marine AFC

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21.04, 14:00

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Carlisle United

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  • 5Matches
  • 8Goals
  • 1.6Goal per game
  • 2Wins
  • 1Draws
  • 2Losses
22.07, 18:30

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Carlisle United

19.07, 14:00

AFC Fylde

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08.07, 14:00

Motherwell

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03.05, 14:00

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Salford City

26.04, 14:00

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Key Match Statistics

South Shields
South Shields
Club Friendly Games • Bad Form
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Carlisle United
Club Friendly Games • Poor Form
Carlisle United
2.65
Goals Scored Per Game
2.7
0.85
Goals Conceded Per Game
1.15
-3.6
CheckForm Rating
1

South Shields vs Carlisle United: Frequently Asked Questions

When is South Shields vs Carlisle United and what time does it start?

The match is scheduled for July 22, 2025 at 16:45 UTC.

Which team is in better form ahead of the match?

According to CheckForm ratings, Carlisle United (Poor) comes into the match with better form than South Shields (Bad). Carlisle United has 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last five matches, while South Shields has 0 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.

What can we expect from this Club Friendly Games fixture?

Both teams demonstrate attacking tendencies, with South Shields averaging 2.65 goals per game and Carlisle United 2.7 goals per game. Defensively, South Shields has been stronger, conceding only 0.85 goals per game compared to Carlisle United's 1.15.

How have both teams performed in their recent matches?

South Shields' recent form shows 2 draws and 3 losses in their last five matches. Carlisle United has recorded 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their most recent five fixtures.

What is at stake in this South Shields vs Carlisle United match?

This friendly match provides both teams an opportunity to build momentum ahead of their competitive seasons. South Shields will look to improve their defensive solidity, while Carlisle United aims to translate their slightly better form into a positive result.

South Shields vs Carlisle United: Match Preview Summary

This friendly encounter features two teams with contrasting recent form. Carlisle United enters with marginally better momentum, reflected in their CheckForm rating of 1 compared to South Shields' -3.6. Both sides demonstrate attacking capabilities, averaging over 2.6 goals per game, though South Shields holds a defensive advantage with just 0.85 goals conceded per match. The key battle will likely center on whether Carlisle United's slightly superior form can overcome South Shields' defensive organization. South Shields must improve their recent performance trend to compete effectively, while Carlisle United will aim to capitalize on their offensive output to secure a positive result.

Gary Redknapp

Gary Redknapp

Football Analyst