Bet on Hartlepool United vs Altrincham FC on Football

Based on current National League form and early price indications from leading sportsbooks as of early January 2026, Altrincham FC are marginally favored with typical odds around 2.30 to win, Hartlepool United at about 2.80, and the draw near 3.30. Altrincham’s stronger recent defensive record and slightly better away form since December 2025 tilt the market in their favor with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The Hartlepool United vs Altrincham FC National League match is scheduled to start at 12:30 PM on 17 January 2026, local UK time. This corresponds to 12:30 PM GMT, as the UK will still be on standard time rather than daylight savings in January.

The match will be played at Victoria Park in Hartlepool, England, Hartlepool United’s long-standing home ground. The stadium typically holds just over 7,800 spectators, features a compact layout with stands close to the pitch, and often generates a strong home atmosphere that can influence tight National League fixtures.

Market odds as of the latest January 2026 updates suggest a closely contested game, with Altrincham FC around 2.30, Hartlepool United close to 2.80 and the draw near 3.30, implying roughly a 40% implied probability for an away win and just over 30% for a home win. Given Altrincham’s more consistent results over the past five league fixtures and Hartlepool’s mixed home form, a cautious prediction would lean towards a narrow Altrincham FC victory or draw, while still acknowledging Hartlepool’s home edge at Victoria Park.

In recent head-to-head meetings over the last few National League campaigns, results between Hartlepool United and Altrincham FC have been relatively balanced, with each side recording wins and several low-scoring encounters. Altrincham have held a slight edge in the most recent clashes, but margins have typically been one goal or less, suggesting another competitive fixture on 17 January 2026.