Northampton Town vs Southampton - Carabao Cup
Fixture Preview - 12 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Northampton Town hosts Southampton in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday evening at Sixfields Stadium, with both teams looking to make their mark in this early knockout competition. Northampton's recent form has been concerning, with four losses in their last five matches, which could impact their confidence going into this fixture. In contrast, Southampton has shown signs of improvement, securing two wins in their last five outings, which may give them the upper hand. One key angle to consider is Northampton's struggles in front of goal, having failed to score in three of their last five matches. This could play into Southampton's hands, especially given their solid defensive record in the league. The Saints will likely aim to control the game and exploit any defensive lapses from the home side. With odds of 1.33 for an away win, Southampton is the clear favourite, but the potential for a low-scoring affair is underscored by the odds of 1.65 for over 2.5 goals, suggesting a cautious approach from both teams might be on the cards.
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Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
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| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 |  Northampton Town | 0–1 |  Southampton | Carabao Cup |
| November 28, 2009 | Northampton Town | 2–3 | Southampton | FA Cup |
| August 11, 2009 | Southampton | 2–0 | Northampton Town | Carabao Cup |