Gateshead have had a mixed run of late, winning some games comfortably but also taking a couple of heavy losses, so they've been up and down. Eastleigh have been struggling more, losing three of their last five and only managing one win in that stretch, which suggests they're not in great form right now.

When these two have met recently, the games have often been tight and low-scoring, with several ending level or decided by a single goal. Overall this looks like a close contest between two sides that aren't in top form, but Gateshead's slightly better recent results and strong record at home in this rivalry give them the edge, so Gateshead should win.