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Rochdale vs Northampton

Crown Oil Arena, Rochdale, Greater Manchester26 February 2022 at 15:00
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Referee: O. Yates

Match Events

Rochdale
Northampton
Kick Off
Half Time
J. BallS. Dooley
46′
T. Campbell

assist: M. Clark

53′
55′
J. EppiahB. Ashley-Seal
55′
A. McGowanL. Appéré
74′
A. KoikiB. Lubala
74′
T. MagloireJ. Mills
M. DoneC. O'Keeffe
75′
78′Joseph Mills
A. NewbyC. Grant
83′
T. CampbellL. Charman
87′
88′Beryly Lubala
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal1
12Total Shots5
5Blocked Shots2
11Shots insidebox3
1Shots outsidebox2
10Fouls14
10Corner Kicks1
2Offsides5
58%Ball Possession42%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
396Total passes290
267Passes accurate158
67%Passes %54%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Rochdale have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Northampton's starters account for 7 goals and 1 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

Rochdale deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Northampton's 3-man backline averaging 6.90. 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

Rochdale field 4 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

Rochdale start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Northampton averaging 6.61. 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 Rochdale and 69% 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

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

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

Rochdale3-4-33-4-3Northampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lynch6O'Conne.8Ball26Clark5Taylor12Dorsett16Done13Keohane23Kelly10Newby29Campbell1Roberts5Guthrie3McGowan6Horsfall20Magloire14Koiki11Pinnock8Lewis17McWilli.7Hoskins21Eppiah

Substitutes

Coach: R. Stockdale

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

RochdalePosition StrengthNorthampton
Avg Rating
6.76
Defender (3 v 3)6.90
0G 0A1G 1A
Forward (3 v 3)6.61
0G 0A6G 0A
Rochdale3-4-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Lynch
6DefenderE. O'Connell
5DefenderM. Taylor
12DefenderJ. Dorsett
8MidfielderJ. Ball
26MidfielderM. Clark
13MidfielderJ. Keohane
23MidfielderL. Kelly
16ForwardM. Done
10ForwardA. Newby
29ForwardT. Campbell
Northampton3-4-3
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
6DefenderF. Horsfall
20DefenderT. Magloire
3MidfielderA. McGowan
14MidfielderA. Koiki
8MidfielderP. Lewis
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
11ForwardM. Pinnock
7ForwardS. Hoskins6.66G
21ForwardJ. Eppiah

Match Summary

Rochdale defeated Northampton 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by T. Campbell 53′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Rochdale had 58% possession while Northampton held 42%. Rochdale had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Northampton. Rochdale made 4 substitutions, Northampton made 4.

Rivalry since 2012

Rochdale vs Northampton Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Rochdale
6
wins
Drawn
7
Northampton
2
wins
Total goals
38 · 2.5/match
Both scored
9/15 · 60%
Over 2.5
8/15 · 53%

Recent Form

Rochdale

WDWWDL

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

Rochdale dominates

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

Rochdale6wins
2draws10 meetings
Northampton2wins

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

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Rochdale.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.4%

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 37.8%Draw 31.2%Away 36.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.603.202.70
Max2.723.212.80
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
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 market35.2%29.8%35.0%
Public market36.3%29.7%34.0%
Δ1.1%0.1%1.0%

Rochdale vs Northampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Rochdale
Result vs. Market: Rochdale (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.

RochdaleHalf-time:00Northampton
12Shots5
2Shots on target2

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: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

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