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Northampton vs Rochdale

Sixfields Stadium, Northampton, East Midlands21 August 2021 at 15:00
13
Referee: C. Brook

Match Events

Northampton
Rochdale
Kick Off
17′
M. Taylor

assist: A. Morley

J. Guthrie

assist: M. Pinnock

20′
Half Time
Sid Nelson46′
46′
M. DoneJ. Keohane
46′
S. GrahamJ. Dorsett
N. KabambaB. Ashley-Seal
63′
K. EteteD. Rose
63′
Sam Hoskins66′
73′
J. Andrews

assist: S. Dooley

S. McWilliamsD. Connolly
78′
79′
J. AndrewsD. Cashman
90+5′
A. Odoh

assist: D. Cashman

Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal5
11Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox10
4Shots outsidebox3
16Fouls8
4Corner Kicks4
1Offsides0
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
385Total passes380
268Passes accurate280
70%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Northampton is 6.76, compared to — for Rochdale. 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. Northampton's highest-rated starter is J. Guthrie (6.90), while Rochdale's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Northampton have contributed 7 goals and 1 assists this season, led by S. Hoskins (6G). Rochdale's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Northampton deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Rochdale'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

Northampton field 4 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Rochdale'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

Northampton start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Rochdale 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 69% for Northampton and —% for Rochdale. 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

Northampton's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Rochdale. 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 Northampton's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: S. Hoskins (32), oldest: J. Guthrie (33)), while Rochdale 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

Northampton's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 0 for Rochdale. 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.

Northampton4-4-23-4-3Rochdale
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Roberts23Mills5Guthrie3McGowan15Nelson11Pinnock8Lewis17McWilli.7Hoskins9Kabamba19Etete1Lynch6O'Conne.2O'Keeffe5Taylor15Graham16Done7Dooley10Newby8Morley18Odoh19Andrews

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

Substitutes

Coach: R. Stockdale

NorthamptonPosition StrengthRochdale
6.76
Avg Rating
6.90Defender (4 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.61Midfielder (4 v 4)
6G 0A0G 0A
Northampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
23DefenderJ. Mills
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
3DefenderA. McGowan
15DefenderS. Nelson
11MidfielderM. Pinnock
8MidfielderP. Lewis
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
9ForwardN. Kabamba
19ForwardK. Etete
Rochdale3-4-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Lynch
6DefenderE. O'Connell
5DefenderM. Taylor
15DefenderS. Graham
2MidfielderC. O'Keeffe
16MidfielderM. Done
7MidfielderS. Dooley
8MidfielderA. Morley
10ForwardA. Newby
18ForwardA. Odoh
19ForwardJ. Andrews

Match Summary

Rochdale defeated Northampton 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by M. Taylor 17′, J. Guthrie 20′, J. Andrews 73′, A. Odoh 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Northampton had 50% possession while Rochdale held 50%. Northampton had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Rochdale. Northampton made 3 substitutions, Rochdale made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Northampton vs Rochdale Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Northampton
2
wins
Drawn
7
Rochdale
6
wins
Total goals
35 · 2.3/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
7/15 · 47%

Recent Form

Northampton

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Rochdale

WDWWDL

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

Rochdale dominates

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

Northampton2wins
2draws10 meetings
Rochdale6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.2%

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 52.4%Draw 28.0%Away 25.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.883.403.75
Max1.953.734.00
Over 2.5: 51.3%Under 2.5: 54.1%
Market favourite:Northampton · Slight favourite

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 market49.3%25.8%25.0%
Public market49.9%26.4%23.7%
Δ0.7%0.6%1.2%

Northampton vs Rochdale — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Rochdale
Result vs. Market: Northampton (52%)

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.

NorthamptonHalf-time:11Rochdale
11Shots13
3Shots 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
11/02/23Rochdale1–1Northampton3.71/3.34/2.08
17/09/22Northampton3–0Rochdale1.81/3.51/4.71
26/02/22Rochdale1–0Northampton2.65/3.20/2.75
21/08/21Northampton1–3Rochdale1.91/3.58/3.87
22/10/13Rochdale3–2Northampton1.86/3.74/4.26
18/03/14Northampton0–3Rochdale3.12/3.24/2.44
19/09/09Northampton1–2Rochdale2.45/3.23/2.68
18/08/12Rochdale0–0Northampton2.25/3.40/3.23
09/02/13Northampton3–1Rochdale2.10/3.58/3.56
17/04/10Rochdale1–0Northampton1.88/3.45/3.66

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: Northampton

W 241D 167L 181
Over 2.546
Goals scored801

Away Record: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026