Unibet's Vanarama National League Matchday 21 Preview

The second round moves sharply into focus and it’s an opportunity for some of those already out to apply some pressure - it’s down the bottom where the main action is this weekend.

As always, Unibet have cast their eye over what stands in front of us - so who will really play while the cats are away?

Wealdstone vs Scunthorpe United

A look at the National League bottom four is best avoided for anyone struggling in League Two.

Sitting inside there are both Scunthorpe United and Oldham Athletic. They were both EFL sides a year ago.

For the Iron, it’s now four defeats on the bounce and they are in serious trouble. They are one of three sides yet to win away.

Wealdstone have recovered from a rough spell which some through would drag them into the mire. Seven points from nine even saw them keep Wrexham at bay in their last home outing.

One to watch: Jack Cook (Wealdstone)
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Torquay United vs Gateshead

It’s not officially winter quite yet, even though it certainly feels like it.

But to avoid a long, dark one Torquay United need to find some form - and fast.

As fun as the National League South was last time around for the Gulls, one league victory in 13 has fans fearing an unwanted return.

Gateshead were in Step 2 themselves just a few months ago. They’ve impressed in patches - and tore up the form guide by beating Southend United last time out.

Losing six on the road already, they need another passion-filled performance as they made the very long trip on Saturday.

One to watch: Adam Campbell (Gateshead)
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Dorking Wanderers vs York City

Things aren’t going to plan for either of these clubs right now.

And even when Dorking Wanderers thought they had a chance to get back on track, Tuesday’s visit to FC Halifax was called off as they stepped onto their coach.

This is a testing time for the newcomers with no wins in five, it’s three defeats in their last four but Marc White doesn't do panic-button pushing.

York City fans will happily swap stories of sorrow right now.

Not only have their team taken two points from a possible 18, leaving them looking nervously over their shoulders.

But the decision to part company with manager John Askey is still hard to take for the club’s fans.

York are decent on their travels, already winning at Barnet, Maidenhead United and Yeovil Town.

But their last success on the road was on the first day of October.

Both these teams want to avoid being sucked into trouble and with teams in the bottom four more than capable, finding that winning formula ASAP is really important.

One to watch: James McShane (Dorking Wanderers)
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