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Walsall vs Northampton

Banks's Stadium, Walsall, West Midlands15 February 2020 at 15:00
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Referee: B. Toner

Match Events

Walsall
Northampton
Kick Off
17′
A. WilliamsM. Warburton
21′
C. Morton

assist: N. Adams

39′
C. Morton

assist: P. Anderson

Half Time
J. Gordon

assist: S. Facey

55′
N. SheronD. Guthrie
56′
Z. JulesW. McDonald
56′
61′
P. AndersonM. Harriman
S. SinclairR. Holden
65′
68′Jordan Turnbull
74′
C. MortonV. Oliver
76′Lloyd Jones
D. Guthrie
77′
90′Sam Hoskins
R. Holden

assist: W. McDonald

90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal4
11Total Shots14
4Blocked Shots5
9Shots insidebox11
2Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls18
6Corner Kicks5
2Offsides1
57%Ball Possession43%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
371Total passes273
256Passes accurate148
69%Passes %54%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Walsall is 6.30, 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. Walsall's highest-rated starter is J. Gordon (6.30), while Northampton's best-rated player is S. Hoskins (6.61).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Walsall 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

Walsall deploy 3 defenders rated — 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

Walsall field 5 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

Walsall start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.30, compared to 2 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 100% for Walsall 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

Walsall'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 Walsall's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: J. Gordon (31), oldest: J. Gordon (31)), 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

Walsall's starters average 1 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.

Walsall3-5-23-4-1-2Northampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Roberts4Sadler24Facey33Jules34Sheron6Scarr3Pring7Sinclair8Kinsella10Gordon11Adebayo1Cornell16Wharton33Jones6Turnbull5Goode44Anderson10Adams8Watson39Morton11Williams7Hoskins

Substitutes

Coach: D. Clarke

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

WalsallPosition StrengthNorthampton
6.30
Avg Rating
6.61
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.61
0G 0A6G 0A
6.30Forward (2 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
Walsall3-5-2
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
4DefenderM. Sadler
33DefenderZ. Jules
6DefenderD. Scarr
24MidfielderS. Facey
34MidfielderN. Sheron
3MidfielderC. Pring
7MidfielderS. Sinclair
8MidfielderL. Kinsella
10ForwardJ. Gordon6.3
11ForwardE. Adebayo
Northampton3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperD. Cornell
16DefenderS. Wharton
33DefenderL. Jones
5DefenderC. Goode
6MidfielderJ. Turnbull
10MidfielderN. Adams
8MidfielderR. Watson
39MidfielderC. Morton
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
44ForwardP. Anderson
11ForwardA. Williams

Match Summary

Walsall defeated Northampton 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by C. Morton 21′, C. Morton 39′, J. Gordon 55′, D. Guthrie 77′, R. Holden 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Walsall had 57% possession while Northampton held 43%. Walsall had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Northampton. Walsall made 3 substitutions, Northampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Walsall vs Northampton Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Walsall
4
wins
Drawn
2
Northampton
5
wins
Total goals
21 · 1.9/match
Both scored
4/11 · 36%
Over 2.5
3/11 · 27%

Recent Form

Walsall

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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.

Walsall3wins
2draws6 meetings
Northampton1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.7

Average goals per game

17%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — the odds may underestimate Walsall.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

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 38.5%Draw 30.0%Away 36.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.302.70
Max2.633.402.80
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 55.6%
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 market36.6%29.1%34.4%
Public market36.2%28.7%35.1%

Walsall vs Northampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Walsall
Result vs. Market: Walsall (38%)

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.

WalsallHalf-time:02Northampton
11Shots14
4Shots on target5

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
04/02/23Northampton0–0Walsall2.09/3.20/3.80
04/10/22Walsall1–0Northampton2.49/3.17/2.97
01/03/22Northampton1–1Walsall2.05/3.22/3.95
05/02/22Walsall0–1Northampton2.95/3.15/2.52
15/02/20Walsall3–2Northampton2.60/3.34/2.73
03/08/19Northampton0–1Walsall2.39/3.44/2.97

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: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

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