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Northampton Town vs Swindon Town is a 3pm kick-off at Sixfields on Saturday, with the hosts marginally fancied on their return to League Two.
Northampton drop into the fourth tier after a tough League One campaign, while Swindon were a solid mid-table side at this level last season. Andy Francis has the best bets, our score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Andy expects goals at Sixfields, with both sides carrying a threat and the hosts holding a slight edge on home soil.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton to win and Matty Warhurst to score anytime | 3/1 | Northampton come into this game as favourites after dropping into the division following their relegation last season. Swindon performed well in the last campaign but dropped off significantly to finish outside the playoffs. Warhurst joins the Cobblers with high expectations and we’re backing him to get his Northampton career off to the perfect start. |
| Over 2.5 goals, Sam Hoskins over 0.5 shots on target and Aaron Drinan over 0.5 shots on target | 4/1 | Aaron Drinan is the standout leg here. Swindon’s 21-goal striker was an ever-present last season, landing 43 shots on target across 40 games, more than one a match. A single effort on target is a strong bet whenever he starts. Over 2.5 goals fits the fixture too. Northampton were dreadful defensively in League One, shipping 74 goals, and Swindon’s attack should punish that at Sixfields. Sam Hoskins is the weaker leg. He is a regular starter but a modest shooter, with only 16 shots on target last season, so backing him for one is below even money. |
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How Northampton Town go into the game
Northampton drop into League Two after a chastening League One campaign that ended in a 24th-place relegation, with just 39 goals scored. As one of the division’s bigger names, though, expectations of a swift return remain.
Sam Hoskins offers a reliable source of goals, and Sixfields should be a lively backdrop for the new season. Rediscovering confidence after a difficult year is the immediate challenge.
How Swindon Town go into the game
Swindon were a steady presence in League Two last season, finishing ninth on 75 points and scoring a healthy 70 goals. They travel with belief and a proven cutting edge in Aaron Drinan.
Away form will be key to any promotion ambitions, and an opening trip to a wounded Northampton side offers a chance to make an early statement. Matching the hosts’ intensity will be important.
Northampton Town vs Swindon Town head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29/12/22 | Northampton Town | 1-2 | Swindon Town |
| 01/10/22 | Swindon Town | 1-2 | Northampton Town |
| 01/01/22 | Swindon Town | 5-2 | Northampton Town |
| 18/09/21 | Northampton Town | 1-1 | Swindon Town |
| 27/02/21 | Swindon Town | 2-1 | Northampton Town |
The sides last met in 2022, with Northampton since spending time in League One. Swindon shaded the recent head-to-head, and goals have often flowed, including a 5-2 in early 2022.
Northampton Town vs Swindon Town predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton to win | 21/20 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Home edge and greater resources at this level. |
| Both teams to score | 8/11 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Goals at both ends have been the fixture theme. |
| Sam Hoskins anytime scorer | 7/4 | ⭐⭐ | Northampton’s dependable marksman. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 20/21 | ⭐⭐ | An open, goal-friendly contest is likely. |
| Northampton to win 2-1 | 8/1 | ⭐⭐ | Our headline scoreline for a home win. |
Northampton Town vs Swindon Town score prediction
Swindon are no pushovers and will fancy their chances against a Northampton side low on confidence after relegation, but home advantage and greater resources should just about tell. We expect an open game with goals, and the hosts to edge it. Score prediction: Northampton Town 2-1 Swindon Town.
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