Braintree Town's recent form and historical record against Farnborough provides a detailed picture ahead of any future National League South meeting. According to data compiled by BBC Sport, the two sides have shared a mix of results over the past few seasons, with Braintree holding a recent edge in the FA Cup.
Braintree Town's performances have been inconsistent. In their most recent National League South fixtures, they suffered a (1-2) defeat to Horsham and a heavy (0-4) loss to Tonbridge Angels. They did manage a (3-2) victory over Chesham United earlier in the campaign. Their cup form included a (1-1) draw with Ipswich Town U21 in the National League Cup, while a pre-season friendly against Aldershot Town ended in a (1-2) loss. This patchy run comes after a difficult 2025 campaign where the club finished 23rd in the National League, amassing 36 points from 46 games with a goal difference of -38.
Farnborough's results show a team capable of strong wins but also susceptible to defeats. They secured a notable (1-2) away victory against Maidstone United and a (1-0) win over Chesham United in the league. However, they were also beaten (0-2) by Hemel Hempstead Town. Their last outing was a (1-1) draw with Maidenhead United. In pre-season, they recorded a convincing (3-0) friendly win against Bath City. This varied form sets up an unpredictable contest whenever the two teams next meet.
The historical record between Braintree Town and Farnborough is closely contested. The most significant recent meeting was in the FA Cup on 11th October 2025, where Braintree Town secured a (2-0) victory over Farnborough. In league action, Farnborough took three points with a (1-0) win on 23rd December 2023. Earlier that season, on 9th September 2023, the teams played out a (1-1) draw. This history suggests there is very little to separate the two sides when they face off.
Braintree Town's current context is defined by their position following the 2025 season. They ended that campaign in 23rd place, a massive 72 points behind champions York City, and were ultimately relegated. Their final form was poor, with a string of losses contributing to their -38 goal difference. The club now looks ahead to its next scheduled fixture, a home match against Truro City on 10th October 2026. Fans can track the build-up to that game and the full schedule on our dedicated fixtures page, while the latest standings provide the league context.
