Anticipate a thrilling England National League North game on 28.04.2026, where Buxton looks to assert dominance against Scarborough Athletic. Buxton, with a slight advantage, faces a resilient opponent in Scarborough Athletic. Our analysis provides a detailed look at tactics, player forms, and key statistics. For thorough insights and betting tips, make sure to read our prediction.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Macclesfield | 46 | 24 | 7 | 15 | 81/68 | 79 |
| 5 | Buxton | 46 | 22 | 7 | 17 | 83/61 | 73 |
| 6 | Scarborough Athletic | 46 | 19 | 16 | 11 | 61/52 | 73 |
| 7 | Chester | 46 | 20 | 13 | 13 | 66/64 | 73 |
Buxton vs Scarborough Athletic Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Buxton | 02.09.2025 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Buxton | 12.04.2025 | 0-3 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 05.11.2024 | 2-0 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 02.03.2024 | 0-0 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Buxton | 21.10.2023 | 1-0 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Buxton | 15.04.2023 | 0-1 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 15.11.2022 | 0-1 |
| Non League Premier - Northern | Scarborough Athletic | Buxton | 11.01.2022 | 2-1 |
| Non League Premier - Northern | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 07.12.2021 | 5-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Buxton | Leamington | 25.04.2026 | 4-1 |
| National League - North | Curzon Ashton | Buxton | 18.04.2026 | 0-4 |
| National League - North | Alfreton Town | Buxton | 14.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League - North | Worksop Town | Buxton | 06.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Macclesfield | 03.04.2026 | 2-4 |
| National League - North | Hereford | Buxton | 28.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Bedford Town | 21.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| National League - North | Leamington | Buxton | 17.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| National League - North | Chorley | Buxton | 14.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National League - North | Bedford Town | Scarborough Athletic | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Merthyr Town | 18.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League - North | Buxton | Scarborough Athletic | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Spennymoor Town | 06.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| National League - North | Darlington 1883 | Scarborough Athletic | 03.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | Chorley | 28.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| National League - North | Leamington | Scarborough Athletic | 21.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | AFC Telford United | 14.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League - North | Scarborough Athletic | King's Lynn Town | 10.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| National League - North | Oxford City | Scarborough Athletic | 07.03.2026 | 0-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Buxton VS Scarborough Athletic
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Buxton vs Scarborough Athletic
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Betting Intelligence: Buxton vs Scarborough Athletic
htmlFifth versus sixth. Same points. Different stories. This is exactly the kind of fixture that makes non-league football so special — and so unpredictable.
Buxton and Scarborough Athletic go head-to-head in what is essentially a mirror match. Both sides sit on 73 points after 46 games in the England National League North. The positions are separated by goal difference alone. It doesn't get tighter than this.
Here's what you need to watch for, though. These two teams could not be more different in how they got here. Buxton have been free-scoring all season — 83 goals for, 61 against. They play with attacking intent and aren't afraid to take risks. Scarborough, on the other hand, have built their campaign on defensive solidity. Just 52 goals conceded. They're harder to break down. It's the classic clash of styles.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that says this is a 50-50 game just because the points are level. Buxton at home is a completely different proposition. Look at the head-to-head record. In their last four meetings at Buxton's ground, the hosts have won three and drawn one. They've conceded just once in those four games combined. That's a remarkable home dominance in this specific fixture.
The most surprising stat I spotted? Buxton actually beat Scarborough 2-0 in the reverse fixture earlier this season, on April 11th. That's recent form that matters. Confidence carries over.
From a betting perspective, Buxton at 1.91 to win represents genuine value given that home record. The Draw at 3.30 is also worth a look as a side bet — these two have drawn before, and Scarborough's defensive discipline could frustrate even an in-form Buxton. I'd avoid Scarborough at 3.50 unless you're purely chasing value on the upset.
For those looking at specific markets, back Both Teams to Score as unlikely. Scarborough have kept clean sheets regularly, and when Buxton win at home in this fixture, they tend to dominate. A Buxton clean sheet win is absolutely in play here.
My bold prediction: Buxton win 2-0. Same scoreline as the reverse fixture. Their attacking firepower, home advantage, and historical dominance in this matchup all point the same direction.
Two teams. Same points. One winner. Saturday can't come soon enough.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Wright | England | 29 | Attacker | 176 cm | n/a |
| E. McKeown | England | 27 | Attacker | 190 cm | n/a |
| J. Burrow | England | 33 | 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 | 30 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 68 kg |
| M. Goodridge | England | 26 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Marshall | England | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Hutton | England | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| J. Charles | Wales | 30 | Attacker | 183 cm | 68 kg |
| A. Jackson | England | 31 | Defender | 183 cm | n/a |
| M. Ingham | Northern Ireland | 45 | Goalkeeper | 193 cm | n/a |
| J. Cracknell | England | 31 | Goalkeeper | 183 cm | 71 kg |
| D. McHale | England | 29 | Midfielder | 181 cm | 73 kg |
| A. Purver | England | 30 | Midfielder | 177 cm | 67 kg |
| F. Mulhern | Republic of Ireland | 29 | Attacker | 175 cm | n/a |
| H. Green | England | 24 | Attacker | 178 cm | n/a |
| L. Colville | England | 27 | Attacker | 185 cm | 70 kg |
| R. Bennett | England | 35 | Attacker | 193 cm | 90 kg |
| C. Wilson | England | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Wiles | England | 29 | Midfielder | 170 cm | n/a |
| D. Tear | England | 26 | Midfielder | 180 cm | 70 kg |
| R. McGinty | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| L. Maloney | Northern Ireland | 31 | Midfielder | 172 cm | n/a |
| N. Heaton | Wales | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Glynn | England | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Weledji | Scotland | 30 | Defender | 188 cm | n/a |
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