Halifax Town vs Southend United predictions, Apr 18, 2026

Apr 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Halifax

Southend

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On April 18, 2026, FC Halifax Town will host Southend United in what promises to be an intriguing clash in the English National League. Both teams have shown distinct trends in their recent performances, with Halifax Town securing two wins in their last five outings, while Southend United has been in formidable form, winning four of their last five matches.

Halifax Town’s recent form indicates some inconsistency, which they will need to address if they hope to secure a vital home victory. Their tactical approach often involves a strong defensive organization paired with quick counter-attacks, a style that could serve them well against a high-pressing Southend.

Conversely, Southend’s recent success can be attributed to their attacking prowess and ability to maintain possession, which has proven effective in breaking down opposition defenses. As per bookmaker odds, Halifax is listed at 2.84 for a home win, while Southend’s away victory stands at 2.27, reflecting their current form. According to probability models, there’s a 31.3% chance of a Halifax win, 26.1% for a draw, and 41.9% in favor of Southend.

While Southend enters as favorites, football can be unpredictable, making this encounter highly anticipated.

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Halifax
32.5%		 Draw
27%		 Southend
40.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.82 3.45 2.28
MarathonBet 2.8 3.4 2.23
WilliamHill 2.9 3.25 2.3
Pinnacle 2.83 3.52 2.27

Latest Results

11.04.26 Yeovil Town – FC Halifax Town – 0:0
06.04.26 FC Halifax Town – Tamworth – 2:2
03.04.26 Altrincham – FC Halifax Town – 0:1
28.03.26 FC Halifax Town – Scunthorpe United – 1:2
24.03.26 FC Halifax Town – Carlisle United – 0:1		 11.04.26 Southend United – Solihull Moors – 0:0
06.04.26 Sutton United – Southend United – 0:3
03.04.26 Southend United – Braintree Town – 3:2
31.03.26 Southend United – Yeovil Town – 2:1
28.03.26 Southport – Southend United – 1:3

Facts

  • One of the most interesting matches of the day, featuring two top-table teams (ranked 8 and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ National League (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Halifax won 0.
  • In recent matches, Halifax has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Southend is showing excellent form with consecutive wins (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Halifax won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 6:16. (average 0.7:1.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Halifax won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 4:4. (average 1:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.09.25 Southend United – FC Halifax Town – 3:0
    11.02.25 Southend United – FC Halifax Town – 3:1
    30.11.24 FC Halifax Town – Southend United – 0:2
    06.01.24 Southend United – FC Halifax Town – 3:0
    09.09.23 FC Halifax Town – Southend United – 1:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 York City 44 32 8 4 110:40 70 104
    2 Rochdale 44 32 6 6 85:39 46 102
    3 Carlisle 44 27 8 9 83:51 32 89
    4 Boreham Wood 44 25 9 10 91:58 33 84
    5 Scunthorpe 44 23 12 9 76:60 16 81
    6 Forest Green 44 22 12 10 76:50 26 78
    7 Southend 42 20 12 10 70:40 30 72
    8 FC Halifax 44 19 10 15 66:60 6 67
    9 Hartlepool 43 16 14 13 47:52 -5 62
    10 Woking 43 15 14 14 66:53 13 59
    11 Tamworth 44 16 10 18 57:69 -12 58
    12 Wealdstone 43 15 9 19 64:70 -6 54
    13 Solihull Moors 43 13 13 17 67:68 -1 52
    14 Boston Utd 43 13 13 17 56:65 -9 52
    15 Altrincham 44 15 6 23 50:63 -13 51
    16 Yeovil 44 15 6 23 47:61 -14 51
    17 Gateshead 44 14 8 22 53:84 -31 50
    18 Sutton 44 11 14 19 58:76 -18 47
    19 Aldershot 43 13 7 23 68:81 -13 46
    20 Eastleigh 44 12 10 22 55:79 -24 46
    21 Brackley Town ✔ 44 9 12 23 38:71 -33 39
    22 Morecambe ✔ 44 9 11 24 66:95 -29 38
    23 Braintree ✔ 44 8 12 24 36:69 -33 36
    24 Truro ✔ 44 7 10 27 40:71 -31 31

    English National League Outrights

    1. York City: 1.31 (72.56%)

    2. Rochdale: 3.45 (27.44%)

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