Match Preview | Eastleigh v Barnet FC

The first Tuesday night match of the season will see Barnet travel to Eastleigh to face Lee Bradbury’s side at the Silverlake Stadium. 

So, What’s the Buzz? 

Barnet have won both of their opening games and scored a total of five goals. The Bees took home three points on Saturday after goals from Danny Collinge and Nicke Kabamba secured the 2-0 victory against The Ravens. Dean Brennan’s side will be hoping to continue their winning ways and bring home another three points.

Club Profile

Club Name: Eastleigh FC

Nickname: The Spitfires 

Founded: 1946

Ground: Silverlake Stadium 

Manager: Lee Bradbury 

League Position: 16th 

Opposition Report

Eastleigh finished last season in 9th place with 67 points. A drop in form for the last 5 games of the season resulted in 3 draws and 2 losses for The Spitfires – which they will be hoping to avoid this season. Last matchday Eastleigh welcomed Wealdstone at home where the game ended goalless and both teams walked away with one point. 

In the Dugout: Lee Bradbury 

Lee Bradbury played at many clubs during his professional career as a footballer – Manchester City, Crystal Palace, Birmingham City and Portsmouth to name a few. He also had a spell at National League club- Southend United. His managerial career started at AFC Bournemouth for just over a year before a move to National League side Havant & Waterlooville where he spent 7 years. He made his move to Eastleigh in 2022 following his time as assistant head coach of Crawley Town. 

He joined in February 2022 and ended that season with the side 19th on the table before seeing a significant improvement the following season where they placed 10 places higher in 9th. 

Travel Guide 

Bees fans can find Eastleigh’s supporters guide by clicking here

Ticket Prices – In Advance

East Stand Away (Terrace Only)

Adult: £18

Concession & Student: £12.50

Junior (7-16): £5

Under 7: £2

Nuffield Community Stand (Seating)

Adult: £19

Concession & Student: £13.50

Junior (7-16): £6

Under 7: £3

Ticket Prices – On The Day

East Stand Away (Terrace Only)

Adult: £20

Concession & Student: £15

Junior (7-16): £7

Under 7: £5

Nuffield Community Stand (Seating)

Adult: £21

Concession & Student: £16

Junior (7-16): £8

Under 7: £6

Tickets for the fixture can be purchased here or on the day at the stadium at the increased price.