Altrincham vs Boreham Wood Predictions

• Boreham Wood have the National League’s best defence, but 8 of their 11 goals conceded have come away from home.
• Altrincham have won just 1 of their last 6 games, an FA Cup victory over sixth tier Southport.
• Both teams have scored in 9 of Altrincham’s 13 league games, and in all of their last 6 competitive fixtures.

Tough Test for League Leaders?

Boreham Wood travel to Altrincham on Saturday afternoon, looking to maintain the impressive start which has helped them to the summit of the National League.

Only 1 of the top 12 teams in the National League has scored fewer goals than the league leaders, but the Wood have built their strong start on solid foundations, keeping 6 clean sheets in their last 7 matches. Despite their miserly appearance, however, it should be noted that the Wood have been far more solid at home, with 8 of their 11 concessions this season coming on the road.

Altrincham to Net, but the Wood should Take the Spoils

Hosts Altrincham, meanwhile, have been erratic. Both teams have scored in 9 of their 13 league fixtures to date, and in each of their last 6 competitive games. The Robins have netted over 2 goals per game at home this campaign, and should therefore be expected to provide the leaders with a stern test.

Although the hosts, who have already managed to run 3rd-placed Grimsby and 6th-placed Solihull close on their own ground, should make this an awkward afternoon, one should expect Boreham Wood’s steel to see them over the line. A 2-1 away win, with both teams netting, appears a solid prediction.