Nottingham Vipers WNIHL U16 North

Match Analysis

Deeside will be heavy favourites when they face Nottingham, but league position doesn't always tell the full story. Nottingham will be hoping to spring a surprise. Deeside boast the stronger attack this season, averaging 7.4 goals per game compared to Nottingham's 0.5. That firepower could prove decisive if they find their rhythm early. Defensively, Deeside have been more solid, conceding 1.6 goals per game. Nottingham will need to tighten up at the back, having let in 15.5 on average. Deeside carry momentum into this one with 10 wins from 11 games (91% win rate). Nottingham will be hoping to turn their form around. The league table tells its own story - Deeside sit 2nd while Nottingham find themselves in 9th. That 7 place gap will add extra motivation for the visitors to make a statement. Deeside's goal difference of +63 highlights their overall dominance this season. Based on the numbers, Deeside look well-placed to take all three points here. Nottingham will need to be at their best to prevent what could be a comfortable home victory.