Peterborough – Cambridge United

Peterborough host Cambridge United in what looks set to be a stark contrast of form, with the home side languishing in 21st place on just five points from six games, while the visitors sit fourth with eleven points. The Pilgrims have managed only one win, two draws and three defeats, scoring four and conceding ten, whereas Cambridge have already recorded three victories, two stalemates and a single loss, netting eleven and letting in nine. The gap in the table suggests a battle for survival for Peterborough, while Cambridge will be keen to cement their top‑half ambitions. Historically the two clubs have met sparingly this season, but the recent head‑to‑head leans heavily in Cambridge’s favour, making the fixture a crucial test for the struggling hosts.