FA Cup · Sat 7 Nov 10:00 · Full time

Eastleigh vs Shrewsbury: prediction & result

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FA Cup first-round clash: Eastleigh vs Shrewsbury at Silverlake Stadium, 7 November.

How our prediction did

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Our pre-match preview

Expect a physical, direct contest where both sides will look to win the ball early and use the flanks to test each other's defensive shape. With no data on either side, the game may be decided by which team copes better with the set pieces and the pace of the occasion.

The key battle will be in midfield, where the centre-backs and holding players must stop quick transitions before they start. Whoever wins the duels in those areas will likely control the tempo and the number of chances created.

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