Get ready for an epic encounter in the England National League North as Buxton faces Brackley Town on 08.09.2026. This match is one of the season's most anticipated, with both Buxton and Brackley Town bringing strong lineups. Our analysis breaks down strengths, weaknesses, and performance trends of Buxton and Brackley Town. Whether you're betting on Buxton or Brackley Town, our strategic tips and expert predictions will help you navigate this exciting matchup in the England National League North.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | King's Lynn Town | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 11/12 | 10 |
| 12 | Buxton | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10/13 | 10 |
| 13 | Scarborough Athletic | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 14/11 | 9 |
| 15 | Worksop Town | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 6/10 | 9 |
| 16 | Brackley Town | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7/8 | 8 |
| 17 | Chorley | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9/12 | 8 |
Buxton vs Brackley Town Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Brackley Town | Buxton | 15.03.2025 | 0-1 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Brackley Town | 12.11.2024 | 0-2 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Brackley Town | 27.01.2024 | 0-0 |
| National League - North | Brackley Town | Buxton | 12.08.2023 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Brackley Town | 22.04.2023 | 3-1 |
| National League - North | Brackley Town | Buxton | 22.10.2022 | 2-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Morecambe | Buxton | 05.09.2026 | 4-0 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Merthyr Town | 31.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Oxford City | Buxton | 28.08.2026 | 2-3 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Hebburn Town | 22.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League - North | Bedford Town | Buxton | 18.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Southport | Buxton | 15.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Hereford | 08.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Warrington Town | Buxton | 01.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Buxton | Scunthorpe | 21.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Buxton | Ashton United | 10.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Brackley Town | Harborough Town | 05.09.2026 | 1-0 |
| National League - North | Chorley | Brackley Town | 31.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| National League - North | Macclesfield | Brackley Town | 22.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Brackley Town | King's Lynn Town | 18.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| National League - North | Brackley Town | Hebburn Town | 15.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League - North | AFC Telford United | Brackley Town | 08.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Brackley Town | Maidenhead | 01.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stratford Town | Brackley Town | 21.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cardiff MET | Brackley Town | 18.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Leamington | Brackley Town | 14.07.2026 | 2-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Buxton VS Brackley Town
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Buxton vs Brackley Town
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Buxton vs Brackley Town
htmlThere's something brewing at Buxton's ground this weekend, and if you've been following the National League North closely, you'll know this fixture has a habit of throwing up surprises. Buxton host Brackley Town in what looks like a home banker on paper — but don't be so sure about that.
Let's start with what the numbers actually tell us. Buxton sit 12th with 10 points from 7 games. Brackley are just below in 16th, with 8 points from 6 outings. Neither side is setting the world alight, but Buxton have been remarkably free-scoring — 10 goals in 7 games is genuinely impressive at this level.
Here's what you need to watch for, though. Buxton have also conceded 13 goals this season. Thirteen. That's nearly 2 per game. They win games and lose games in spectacular fashion. This is not a team that does boring.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Brackley are simply the weaker side coming to town. Look at the head-to-head record. Brackley won at Buxton's ground back in November 2024, winning 2-0. Before that, they claimed a 2-1 win at Brackley. In six recent meetings, neither side has dominated — it's been remarkably even across the years.
Here's the surprising stat that most people will completely overlook. Buxton have failed to score at home in two of their last three home head-to-head encounters with Brackley. For a team averaging well over a goal per game, that's a striking pattern. Something about this matchup seems to tighten Buxton up in front of their own fans.
Brackley's early-season form is mixed but not without quality. They beat AFC Telford away from home and took a point at Chorley — both decent results. Their problem is consistency, with a loss to Macclesfield and King's Lynn suggesting defensive vulnerabilities on the road.
Buxton at 1.85 is the clear favourite here, and I think that's fair value given home advantage. However, the real edge for betting-focused readers is in the goals markets. With Buxton conceding so freely and both teams showing attacking intent this season, Over 2.5 goals looks extremely attractive. This fixture screams goals based on everything we know.
I'm also flagging Both Teams to Score as a strong market to explore. Brackley have found the net in four of their last five competitive matches. Combine that with Buxton's leaky defence and you have a recipe for goals at both ends.
My bold prediction? Buxton win 2-1, with the first goal coming before the half-hour mark. Buxton's attacking momentum at home should be enough, but Brackley will make them work every single minute.
Saturday can't come soon enough. Strap in — this one has goals written all over it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Wright | England | 30 | Attacker | 176 cm | n/a |
| E. McKeown | England | 27 | Attacker | 190 cm | n/a |
| J. Burrow | England | 34 | Attacker | 175 cm | 76 kg |
| N. Wood | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Boden | England | 36 | Attacker | 180 cm | 70 kg |
| C. Weston | England | 39 | Midfielder | 180 cm | 74 kg |
| O. Sherwood | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Osborne | England | 27 | Midfielder | 177 cm | 65 kg |
| J. McCourt | England | 31 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 68 kg |
| M. Goodridge | England | 27 | Midfielder | 180 cm | n/a |
| W. Clarke | England | 28 | Midfielder | 172 cm | n/a |
| J. Barnett | England | 26 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 83 kg |
| M. Waters | England | 28 | Defender | 178 cm | 68 kg |
| L. Shiels | England | 36 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| R. Qualter | England | 34 | Defender | 188 cm | n/a |
| S. Minihan | England | 32 | Defender | 185 cm | 74 kg |
| A. Livingstone | Scotland | 28 | Defender | 180 cm | 71 kg |
| M. Hunt | England | 27 | Defender | 198 cm | 88 kg |
| C. Brown | England | 34 | Defender | 176 cm | 69 kg |
| J. Young | England | 23 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Maxted | England | 32 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 71 |
| Tyler Lyttle | England | 29 | Defender | 171 | 74 |
| G. Dean | England | 36 | Defender | 185 | n/a |
| Z. Lilly | England | 28 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Nottingham | St. Kitts and Nevis | 37 | Midfielder | 193 | 88 |
| J. Price | England | 33 | Midfielder | 171 cm | 87 kg |
| S. Byrne | Republic of Ireland | 33 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| R. Calder | England | 30 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| S. Pollock | England | 25 | Attacker | 178 | 70 |
| M. Lowe | England | 30 | Attacker | 179 | n/a |
| M. Roberts | England | 25 | Attacker | 178 | 83 |
| C. Stewart | England | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| D. Waldron | England | 29 | Attacker | 183 | n/a |
| C. Hall | England | 28 | Attacker | 180 | 77 |
| Z. Brown | England | 25 | Midfielder | 179 | n/a |
| Cameron Akash James Gregory | England | 26 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 75 |
| K. Morrison | England | 30 | Defender | 183 | n/a |
| J. Donawa | Bermuda | 30 | Attacker | 178 | 70 |
| R. Haynes | England | 30 | Defender | 185 cm | 68 kg |
| M. Okafor | Nigeria | 25 | Attacker | 188 | n/a |
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