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Leyton Orient vs Northampton

The Breyer Group Stadium, London21 January 2020 at 19:45
Referee: A. Young

Match Events

Leyton Orient
Northampton
Kick Off
35′Charlie Goode
43′
R. Watson

assist: V. Oliver

Half Time
56′
N. AdamsS. Hoskins
M. HarroldR. Sotiriou
57′
J. CoulsonJ. Maguire-Drew
58′
59′Paul Anderson
O. CisséJ. Dayton
63′
71′
P. AndersonJ. Martin
75′
V. OliverA. Williams
76′David Cornell
J. Wright

Penalty

85′
88′Scott Wharton
James Dayton89′
90′Joe Martin
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal7
13Total Shots14
6Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox7
4Shots outsidebox7
15Fouls16
9Corner Kicks5
2Offsides2
63%Ball Possession37%
1Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves4
439Total passes259
308Passes accurate134
70%Passes %52%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Leyton Orient is 6.66, compared to — 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. Leyton Orient's highest-rated starter is D. Happe (6.66), while Northampton's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Leyton Orient deploy 3 defenders rated 6.66 on average, against Northampton's 3-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

Leyton Orient field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Northampton's 4 rated —. 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

Leyton Orient start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 71% for Leyton Orient and —% 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

Leyton Orient's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 Leyton Orient's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: D. Happe (27), oldest: D. Happe (27)), while Northampton average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Leyton Orient's starters average 40 league appearances each, versus 0 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.

Leyton Orient3-5-23-4-1-2Northampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Sargeant6Coulson5Ekpiteta15Happe44Wright31Cissé8Clay16Brophy21Marsh18Harrold9Wilkins.1Cornell16Wharton23Harriman6Turnbull5Goode44Anderson14Lines10Adams8Watson19Oliver20Warburt.

Substitutes

Coach: R. Embleton

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Leyton OrientPosition StrengthNorthampton
6.66
Avg Rating
6.66Defender (3 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Leyton Orient3-5-2
12GoalkeeperS. Sargeant
6DefenderJ. Coulson
5DefenderM. Ekpiteta
15DefenderD. Happe6.7
44MidfielderJ. Wright
31MidfielderO. Cissé
8MidfielderC. Clay
16MidfielderJ. Brophy
21MidfielderG. Marsh
18ForwardM. Harrold
9ForwardC. Wilkinson
Northampton3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperD. Cornell
16DefenderS. Wharton
6DefenderJ. Turnbull
5DefenderC. Goode
23MidfielderM. Harriman
14MidfielderC. Lines
10MidfielderN. Adams
8MidfielderR. Watson
44ForwardP. Anderson
19ForwardV. Oliver
20ForwardM. Warburton

Match Summary

Leyton Orient and Northampton drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by R. Watson 43′, J. Wright 85′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Leyton Orient had 63% possession while Northampton held 37%. Leyton Orient had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Northampton. Leyton Orient made 3 substitutions, Northampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Leyton Orient vs Northampton Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Leyton Orient
5
wins
Drawn
3
Northampton
8
wins
Total goals
40 · 2.5/match
Both scored
6/16 · 38%
Over 2.5
7/16 · 44%

Recent Form

Leyton Orient

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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.

Leyton Orient1wins
3draws8 meetings
Northampton4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (33%) — the odds may underestimate Northampton.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.1%

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 34.5%Draw 29.0%Away 40.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.873.402.40
Max2.953.502.55
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 52.6%
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 market32.6%28.0%39.4%
Public market34.0%27.8%38.2%
Δ1.3%0.1%1.2%

Leyton Orient vs Northampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Northampton (41%)

Result differed from 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.

Leyton OrientHalf-time:01Northampton
13Shots14
5Shots on target3

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
02/01/23Northampton1–0Leyton Orient2.57/3.19/2.84
15/10/22Leyton Orient0–0Northampton1.96/3.38/4.11
23/04/22Leyton Orient2–4Northampton2.90/2.91/2.73
27/11/21Northampton1–0Leyton Orient2.59/3.13/2.83
21/01/20Leyton Orient1–1Northampton2.90/3.45/2.46
05/10/19Northampton0–1Leyton Orient1.98/3.65/3.79
26/09/15Northampton1–1Leyton Orient3.03/3.43/2.41
13/02/16Leyton Orient0–4Northampton2.49/3.36/2.97

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: Leyton Orient

W 134D 99L 125
Over 2.546
Goals scored462

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