Hereford vs Macclesfield Prediction - 31st March 2026

Macclesfield travel to Hereford on Tuesday evening as the National League North reaches its business end. The visitors arrive in significantly better form, sitting fourth with 67 points from 38 games, while Hereford languish in 21st with just 38 points from 37 matches. Macclesfield's away form is the standout story here. They boast a 66.67% win rate on the road over their last six away games, averaging 2.0 goals scored per game while conceding just 1.33. Their recent away results include 2-0 wins at Alfreton Town and Curzon Ashton, plus a 4-2 victory at Marine. They're clearly comfortable on the road this season. Hereford, by contrast, have been in poor form. They've lost five of their last six games across all competitions. Their defensive record has been particularly concerning, conceding 7 goals in their last three matches (0-2 to Buxton, 1-2 to Spennymoor Town, 1-3 to Macclesfield). While they average 2.33 goals scored at home, they've also conceded 2.00 per game in their last six home fixtures. The head-to-head record is telling too. These teams met just eight days ago, and Macclesfield won comfortably 3-1. The visitors scored twice in each half and appeared to be the stronger side throughout. Macclesfield's attacking form is also worth noting. They've scored 21 goals in their last 10 games at 2.10 per game, with six clean sheets conceded in that period. Their away record of 2.0 goals per game suggests they'll look to replicate the 3-1 scoreline from the reverse fixture. The odds reflect this imbalance, with Macclesfield priced at 1.98 for the away win. Hereford are 4.00 to win at home, which seems generous given their current defensive struggles and the 29-point gap in the league table. **Key Points:** - Macclesfield are 66.67% away win rate in last 6 away games, averaging 2.0 goals scored per game - Hereford have lost 5 of their last 6 games, conceding 7 goals in their last 3 - Macclesfield won the reverse fixture 3-1 just 8 days ago - Hereford average 2.00 goals conceded per home game in last 6 home fixtures - 29 points separate the teams in the table, with Macclesfield in playoff contention and Hereford in the relegation zone - Macclesfield have scored in 9 of their last 10 games **Verdict:** The value is with **Macclesfield to win @ 1.98**. The visitors are in superior form, have a strong away record, won the reverse fixture convincingly, and face a Hereford side that has been leaking goals. The 1.98 price offers good value given Macclesfield's 66.67% away win rate and Hereford's defensive issues.