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Scunthorpe vs Northampton

Sands Stadium, Scunthorpe12 October 2019 at 15:00
Referee: T. Kettle

Match Events

Scunthorpe
Northampton
Kick Off
L. Novak

assist: R. Colclough

11′
L. Novak
14′
24′
J. MartinA. McCormack
K. van Veen

assist: R. McArdle

31′
Ryan Colclough34′
Half Time
K. van VeenJ. Proctor
46′
46′
J. TurnbullA. Williams
53′Vadaine Oliver
R. WatsonJ. Eastwood
55′
60′
S. McWilliamsH. Smith
Jamie Proctor75′
L. SuttonR. Slater
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal8
14Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox10
5Shots outsidebox4
14Fouls9
2Corner Kicks4
0Offsides2
45%Ball Possession55%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards1
4Goalkeeper Saves5
325Total passes380
204Passes accurate267
63%Passes %70%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Scunthorpe is —, compared to 6.61 for Northampton. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Scunthorpe's highest-rated starter is —, while Northampton's best-rated player is S. Hoskins (6.61).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Scunthorpe have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Northampton's starters account for 6 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by S. Hoskins (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Scunthorpe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Northampton's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Scunthorpe field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Northampton's 5 rated 6.61. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Scunthorpe start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Northampton averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Scunthorpe and 62% for Northampton. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Scunthorpe's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Northampton. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Scunthorpe's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Northampton average 32.0 (youngest: S. Hoskins (32), oldest: S. Hoskins (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Scunthorpe's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 42 for Northampton. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Scunthorpe4-4-24-2-3-1Northampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Watson23McArdle28Brown3Ntlhe26McGahey5Songo'o20Gilliead22Sutton17Novak10Veen7Colclou.1Cornell3Martin16Wharton6Turnbull2Hall-Jo.5Goode10Adams17McWilli.7Hoskins19Oliver20Warburt.

Substitutes

Coach: P. Hurst

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

ScunthorpePosition StrengthNorthampton
Avg Rating
6.61
Midfielder (4 v 5)6.61
0G 0A6G 0A
Scunthorpe4-4-2
1GoalkeeperR. Watson
23DefenderR. McArdle
28DefenderJ. Brown
3DefenderK. Ntlhe
26DefenderH. McGahey
5MidfielderY. Songo'o
20MidfielderA. Gilliead
22MidfielderL. Sutton
7MidfielderR. Colclough
17ForwardL. Novak
10ForwardK. van Veen
Northampton4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperD. Cornell
3DefenderJ. Martin
16DefenderS. Wharton
2DefenderR. Hall-Johnson
5DefenderC. Goode
6MidfielderJ. Turnbull
10MidfielderN. Adams
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
20MidfielderM. Warburton
19ForwardV. Oliver

Match Summary

Scunthorpe defeated Northampton 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by L. Novak 11′, L. Novak 14′, K. van Veen 31′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Scunthorpe had 45% possession while Northampton held 55%. Scunthorpe had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Northampton. Scunthorpe made 3 substitutions, Northampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Scunthorpe vs Northampton Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Scunthorpe
3
wins
Drawn
6
Northampton
2
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.0/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

Recent Form

Scunthorpe

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Northampton

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Scunthorpe1wins
3draws6 meetings
Northampton2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2

Average goals per game

33%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 4.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 40.2%Draw 28.8%Away 35.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.403.402.80
Max2.603.532.89
Over 2.5: 54.1%Under 2.5: 51.3%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market39.1%27.4%33.5%
Public market37.4%28.6%33.9%
Δ1.7%1.2%0.5%

Scunthorpe vs Northampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Scunthorpe
Result vs. Market: Scunthorpe (40%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

ScunthorpeHalf-time:30Northampton
14Shots14
8Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
22/02/22Scunthorpe0–0Northampton4.39/3.30/1.91
04/09/21Northampton2–0Scunthorpe1.83/3.40/4.49
28/01/20Northampton3–0Scunthorpe2.20/3.52/3.30
12/10/19Scunthorpe3–0Northampton2.49/3.48/2.85
07/09/13Northampton1–1Scunthorpe2.81/3.30/2.57
08/03/14Scunthorpe1–1Northampton1.82/3.59/4.70

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Scunthorpe

W 69D 68L 84
Over 2.541
Goals scored251

Away Record: Northampton

W 241D 167L 181
Over 2.546
Goals scored801

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026