Tamworth travel to face Gateshead on Friday night in a National League matchday 14 fixture at Gateshead International Stadium. The game kicks off at 19:45 local time on October 23, 2026, with both sides aiming to improve their league positions. Tamworth sit 18th in the National League with 14 points from 13 games, having scored 21 goals but conceded 30. They are 21 points behind leaders Boreham Wood. Their recent form has been mixed, with three wins and two losses in their last five league outings, though they have lost their last two matches in all competitions. The most recent was a 2-1 defeat away to Carlisle in the FA Cup on October 17.
Gateshead form
Gateshead, who are 24th in the table, have also struggled for consistency. Their last five results include two draws and three defeats, with their most recent outing a 1-1 FA Cup draw against Stafford Rangers on October 17. Their last league starting XI, used against FC Halifax Town on October 10, featured players like P. Jameson, D. Ferguson, and J. Hiwula. The Heed have managed only 8 points from their 13 league matches so far this season, leaving them in the relegation zone.
Tamworth team news
Tamworth's lineup in their last league match, a 1-2 home defeat to Barrow on October 10, included R. Lovett in goal and featured key players such as T. Kurtaran, who scored a late penalty, and T. McGlinchey. The team will be looking to those experienced heads to help secure a positive result on the road. Defender J. Jones is a doubt for the visitors after missing the cup tie with a minor hamstring strain, while midfielder L. O'Brien is available again following suspension. The team's recent results include a 1-0 win over Leeds United U21 on October 6 and a 2-0 victory against Sutton Utd on September 30, but also a heavy 5-1 loss to Aldershot Town on September 26.
This match represents a significant opportunity for Tamworth to gain ground in the standings. A victory could see them move clear of the lower reaches of the table.
The fixture at Gateshead International Stadium is the next concrete challenge for Tamworth as they seek to turn their season around.
