National League predictions as Hartlepool United look to bounce back at home to Eastleigh

Having been relegated from League Two last season, the Bluebirds have endured a miserable start to life back in the National League, albeit Adam Murray's side did pick up their first point of the new campaign last time out after scoring a 90th minute equaliser to salvage a draw against Harrogate Town. Yeovil, meanwhile, are unbeaten having won one and drawn two of their first three games this term, thrashing Gateshead 3-0 on Saturday.

Southend United 2-0 Kidderminster Harriers

The Shrimpers have enjoyed an excellent start to the new campaign, winning all of their first three matches under new boss Kieron Dyer. Having been thumped by Hornchurch on the opening day, Kidderminster have responded by picking up four points from their last two games, getting the better of Eastleigh before being held by nine-man Aldershot Town at the weekend. Despite their creditable start, Friday's trip to Essex could prove too much for Kiddy.