Chelmsford vs Slough Town prediction 05.01.2026 | National League

Chelmsford come into Monday's National League South contest looking for a response after a painful 4:1 defeat against Dagenham last week. Two goals conceded in stoppage-time condemned the hosts to a heavy home defeat at Melbourne Stadium. 

Angelo Harrop's side have been in poor form in recent months, with seven defeats recorded in their last nine matches. Chelmsford now sit 14th in the division, five points ahead of Slough.

High-scoring outcomes have been frequent, with a minimum of three goals scored in six of their last nine games, including four of their last five fixtures.

Head coach Harrop is likely to make some changes to his first XI this week.

Slough Town returns to National League South Action in high spirits after a 2:1 win against Eastbourne on Saturday. Wiktor Makowski's fifth goal of the season secured the points for Scott Davies's side. 

A strong run of form has seen Slough pick up victories in each of their last three games, while they have lost just one of their last five National League South fixtures.

Usually a reliable choice for goal chasers, a minimum of three goals were scored in seven of Slough's last nine matches, including each of their four most recent games. 

Following the quick turnaround from Saturday's matchup, head coach Davies is likely to rotate his starting selection. The visitors have no reported injury issues.