Northampton Town vs Bolton Wanderers - League One
Fixture Preview - 27 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Northampton Town will host Bolton Wanderers at Sixfields Stadium this Saturday, with both teams looking to improve their fortunes in League One. Northampton's recent form has been troubling, with four losses in their last five matches, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Conversely, Bolton has shown more resilience, managing three draws in their last five outings, indicating a steadier performance despite not always converting chances into wins. A key angle to consider is the historical head-to-head record, which suggests a competitive rivalry. In their last ten encounters, both teams have claimed three victories each, with a notable trend of both teams scoring in six of those matches. Given Northampton's struggles at the back and Bolton's ability to find the net, this match could see goals at both ends. The outcome may hinge on whether Northampton can tighten their defence or if Bolton can capitalise on their opponents' weaknesses. Fans can expect a closely contested match with potential for excitement, particularly in the attacking third.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |  Mansfield Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 20 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 21 |  Reading | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 22 |  Northampton Town | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 23 |  Plymouth Argyle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 24 |  Peterborough United | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 28, 2025 | Bolton Wanderers | 3–1 | Northampton Town | League One |
| October 1, 2024 | Northampton Town | 2–4 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| February 10, 2024 | Northampton Town | 1–1 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| October 21, 2023 | Bolton Wanderers | 2–1 | Northampton Town | League One |
| March 18, 2017 | Bolton Wanderers | 2–1 | Northampton Town | League One |
| November 26, 2016 | Northampton Town | 0–1 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| August 26, 2008 | Bolton Wanderers | 1–2 | Northampton Town | Carabao Cup |