Bitesize Prediction: Rochdale vs Hartlepool – 30/12/25
Competition: National League
Market: Rochdale win
Odds: 4/7 @ Pribet
As they aim to close out 2025 with an emphatic title statement, Rochdale will host Hartlepool at the Spotland Stadium this Tuesday evening.
Starting with the home team, despite experiencing playoff disappointment last season as they narrowly missed the chance to secure a lucrative return to League Two, Jimmy McNulty’s squad have displayed no signs of a setback this season. Kicking off the final match of 2025 at the top of the National League table, the Dale are keen to assert their dominance once more. Their most recent outing saw them triumph 2-1 against Morecambe on Boxing Day, meaning the morale in McNulty’s camp should be extremely high. Earlier this month, they overwhelmed local rivals Altrincham with a convincing 3-0 victory, and they have won all of their last seven matches across all competitions. Concluding November with a sturdy 2-0 win against Eastleigh, Rochdale have also amassed 12 points from their last five home games at the Spotland Stadium. Moreover, it is notable that the National League leaders have not conceded a single goal in front of their fans since late October.
On the other hand, regarding the visitors, although Hartlepool ended November on an impressive note, they have experienced a significant downturn since then. Most recently, they delivered a disappointing performance at home, falling to a 2-1 defeat to Scunthorpe, which dealt a substantial blow to their playoff ambitions. Additionally, their FA Trophy campaign ended in a surprise 2-1 defeat against eighth-tier side Antsy Nomads on December 13th, leaving Tuesday’s guests without a win in their last four matches across all competitions (three losses, one draw). Preparing for what will be yet another challenging encounter midweek, Hartlepool have also demonstrated significant challenges in their attacking play. They started December with a 2-0 home loss to Yeovil, managing to find the net just once in over 270 minutes of National League play. Considering the evident disparity in form, we predict a home win this Tuesday evening.
Bet: Rochdale 4/7 to defeat Hartlepool in Tuesday’s National League match @ Pribet
Published: 2025-12-30 02:20:00
source: www.soccernews.com
