Get ready for a England League One battle on 02.05.2026 as Plymouth faces Northampton. This game will test Plymouth's ability to uphold their status as favorites against the spirited Northampton. Our in-depth analysis covers strategic evaluations, upcoming player battles, and betting tips that spotlight Plymouth as the likely winner.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Luton | 45 | 20 | 11 | 14 | 65/54 | 71 |
| 8 | Plymouth | 45 | 21 | 7 | 17 | 72/61 | 70 |
| 9 | Huddersfield | 45 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 70/64 | 64 |
| 22 | Rotherham | 45 | 10 | 11 | 24 | 39/68 | 41 |
| 23 | Port Vale | 44 | 9 | 12 | 23 | 34/58 | 39 |
| 24 | Northampton | 44 | 9 | 8 | 27 | 37/70 | 35 |
Key Player Statistics: Northampton vs Plymouth
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x 1 x 8 x 1 x 5 x 12Northampton vs Plymouth Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Plymouth | Northampton | 29.11.2025 | 0-3 |
| League One | Northampton | Plymouth | 02.03.2021 | 2-0 |
| League One | Plymouth | Northampton | 17.10.2020 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Northampton | Plymouth | 31.08.2019 | 3-1 |
| League One | Northampton | Plymouth | 21.04.2018 | 2-0 |
| League One | Plymouth | Northampton | 21.11.2017 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Plymouth | Northampton | 12.01.2016 | 1-2 |
| League Two | Northampton | Plymouth | 22.08.2015 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Plymouth | Northampton | 07.03.2015 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Northampton | Plymouth | 13.12.2014 | 2-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Cardiff | Northampton | 25.04.2026 | 5-1 |
| League One | Northampton | Doncaster | 18.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| League One | Luton | Northampton | 15.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| League One | Northampton | Wigan | 06.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| League One | Bradford | Northampton | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Mansfield Town | Northampton | 21.03.2026 | 4-1 |
| League One | Stockport County | Northampton | 17.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League One | Northampton | Burton Albion | 14.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| League One | AFC Wimbledon | Northampton | 08.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| EFL Trophy | Luton | Northampton | 04.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Plymouth | Port Vale | 25.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| League One | Bradford | Plymouth | 21.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League One | AFC Wimbledon | Plymouth | 18.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| League One | Plymouth | Exeter City | 11.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| League One | Barnsley | Plymouth | 06.04.2026 | 0-3 |
| League One | Plymouth | Bolton | 03.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| League One | Plymouth | Huddersfield | 21.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| League One | Plymouth | Stevenage | 17.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Reading | Plymouth | 14.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| League One | Wigan | Plymouth | 10.03.2026 | 0-3 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Northampton VS Plymouth
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Northampton vs Plymouth
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Northampton vs Plymouth
This one feels like it's already over before a ball is kicked. Northampton sit 24th in League One, rooted to the bottom, while Plymouth come into this fixture in 8th place with genuine mid-table ambition. The gap between these two sides right now is enormous. And the numbers back that up completely.
Plymouth's 70 points from 45 games tells you everything. They've been scoring freely all season, with 72 goals for — nearly double Northampton's tally of 37. The hosts have shipped 70 goals themselves, one of the worst defensive records in the division. That's not a leaky ship. That's no ship at all.
Don't be fooled by any narrative about home advantage saving Northampton here. Their recent form has been brutal. Five defeats in their last six League One outings, including a 5-1 hammering at Cardiff and a 4-0 thrashing at Lincoln. They look like a side that has mentally checked out of this season already.
Plymouth, meanwhile, have real weapons up front. A. Pepple and L. Tolaj have both hit 16 league goals apiece this season. Two strikers in double figures is a serious threat for any defence, let alone one as porous as Northampton's. Here's what you need to watch for — whichever of those two gets the first sniff on goal will likely set the tone early.
The head-to-head history adds another fascinating layer. Plymouth absolutely dominated the last meeting between these sides, winning 3-0 at home back in November. Before that, the results were fairly even over the years. But that was a different Northampton. This current squad looks broken.
Now here's the surprising stat that should grab your attention in the betting markets. Plymouth have won at least three consecutive away games in their recent run, beating Wigan 3-0, Blackpool 4-0, and AFC Wimbledon 3-1 on the road. They clearly travel well. The odds on Plymouth at 1.43 reflect the reality, but the value I'd point you toward is Plymouth to win and both teams to score — Northampton have managed to find the net at home occasionally, and that market could carry extra interest.
I'd also keep an eye on the cards market. L. Tolaj has already picked up a red and five yellows in 28 appearances, while M. Sorinola leads Plymouth with 12 yellow cards. This Plymouth side plays aggressively and won't take their foot off the gas even against a struggling opponent. A card in the first half is genuinely likely.
My prediction is Plymouth to win comfortably, 3-0 or 3-1. I expect Pepple or Tolaj to open the scoring before half-time. Northampton may grab something late on, but this has Plymouth victory written all over it from the first whistle.
Saturday afternoons in League One don't get much more predictable on paper — but football has a way of surprising us. Even so, I'm backing Plymouth to do the business here with confidence. Get your popcorn ready, because Plymouth's front two could put on quite a show.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Hoskins | England | 33 | Attacker | 173 | 67 |
| R. Fitzsimons | England | 31 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 75 |
| J. Thorniley | England | 29 | Defender | 181 cm | 64 kg |
| L. Shaw | England | 25 | Midfielder | 190 | n/a |
| M. Jacobs | England | 34 | Attacker | 175 cm | 73 kg |
| C. McGeehan | Northern Ireland | 31 | Midfielder | 180 | 71 |
| J. Willis | England | 31 | Defender | 180 | 70 |
| E. List | England | 28 | Midfielder | 178 | 72 |
| D. Campbell | Scotland | 25 | Midfielder | 181 cm | 71 kg |
| C. McCarthy | Republic of Ireland | 28 | Defender | 193 | 75 |
| N. Guinness-Walker | England | 26 | Defender | 180 | 70 |
| K. Simon-Swyer | England | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| T. Taylor | Wales | 24 | Midfielder | 183 | 71 |
| J. Vale | Wales | 25 | Attacker | 186 cm | 70 kg |
| T. Fornah | England | 26 | Midfielder | 181 | 78 |
| J. Wormleighton | England | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Jack Perkins | England | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Dadge | England | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| N. Dobson | England | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Fran Obiagwu | England | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Ross | Denmark | 25 | Defender | 190 | 80 |
| B. Sarpong-Wiredu | England | 26 | Defender | 191 | 70 |
| B. Mumba | England | 24 | Midfielder | 176 | 70 |
| J. Edwards | England | 35 | Defender | 173 | 73 |
| K. Szűcs | Hungary | 24 | Defender | 190 | 87 |
| J. MacKenzie | Scotland | 26 | Defender | 191 | n/a |
| L. Ashby-Hammond | England | 25 | Goalkeeper | 191 | n/a |
| M. Sorinola | England | 25 | Defender | 173 | 65 |
| A. Pepple | Canada | 23 | Attacker | 185 | 83 |
| L. Tolaj | Switzerland | 24 | Attacker | 183 | n/a |
| C. Watts | Australia | 24 | Midfielder | 173 | n/a |
| M. Boateng | England | 23 | Midfielder | 182 | n/a |
| B. Ibrahim | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Mitchell | England | 24 | Defender | 191 | n/a |
| Z. Baker | England | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| C. Roberts | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Benarous | England | 22 | Midfielder | 173 | 64 |
| Owen Oseni | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Midfielder | 187 | 82 |
| J. Hatch | Wales | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Finn | England | 18 | Attacker | 180 | n/a |
Northampton vs Plymouth match odds
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