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Northampton vs Walsall

Sixfields Stadium, Northampton, East Midlands1 March 2022 at 19:45
11
Referee: P. Howard

Match Events

Northampton
Walsall
Kick Off
M. Pinnock
4′
29′Joss Labadie
Half Time
Tyler Magloire48′
50′
C. Wilkinson

assist: G. Miller

Joseph Mills62′
J. MillsA. Koiki
67′
67′
G. MillerD. Rodney
Paul Lewis70′
75′
C. WilkinsonL. Tomlin
P. LewisJ. Eppiah
80′
L. AppéréD. Rose
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal6
16Total Shots13
4Blocked Shots3
10Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox6
14Fouls11
6Corner Kicks6
2Offsides0
49%Ball Possession51%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
302Total passes301
143Passes accurate168
47%Passes %56%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Northampton is 6.76, compared to — for Walsall. 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 Walsall'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). Walsall'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 3 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Walsall'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 —, versus Walsall's 5 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.61, compared to 2 for Walsall 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 Walsall. 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 Walsall. 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 Walsall 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 Walsall. 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.

Northampton3-4-33-5-2Walsall
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Roberts23Mills5Guthrie3McGowan6Horsfall20Magloire11Pinnock8Lewis17McWilli.7Hoskins24Appéré12Rushwor.5Daniels2White6Monthe4Labadie8Kinsella10Osadebe17Earing9Wilkins.11Miller28Shade

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

Substitutes

Coach: M. Flynn

NorthamptonPosition StrengthWalsall
6.76
Avg Rating
6.90Defender (3 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.61Forward (3 v 2)
6G 0A0G 0A
Northampton3-4-3
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
6DefenderF. Horsfall
20DefenderT. Magloire
23MidfielderJ. Mills
3MidfielderA. McGowan
8MidfielderP. Lewis
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
11ForwardM. Pinnock
7ForwardS. Hoskins6.66G
24ForwardL. Appéré
Walsall3-5-2
12GoalkeeperC. Rushworth
5DefenderD. Daniels
2DefenderH. White
6DefenderE. Monthe
4MidfielderJ. Labadie
8MidfielderL. Kinsella
10MidfielderE. Osadebe
17MidfielderJ. Earing
28MidfielderT. Shade
9ForwardC. Wilkinson
11ForwardG. Miller

Match Summary

Northampton and Walsall drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by M. Pinnock 4′, C. Wilkinson 50′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Northampton had 49% possession while Walsall held 51%. Northampton had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Walsall. Northampton made 3 substitutions, Walsall made 2.

Rivalry since 2016

Northampton vs Walsall Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Northampton
5
wins
Drawn
1
Walsall
5
wins
Total goals
24 · 2.2/match
Both scored
4/11 · 36%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

Recent Form

Northampton

LLLLLL

Walsall

LLWLLD

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.

Northampton1wins
2draws6 meetings
Walsall3wins

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 (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (46%) — the odds may underestimate Walsall.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

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 48.7%Draw 31.1%Away 25.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.163.75
Max2.113.304.10
Over 2.5: 41.7%Under 2.5: 65.4%
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 market45.8%30.6%23.6%
Public market47.5%28.8%23.7%
Δ1.7%1.8%0.2%

Northampton vs Walsall — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Northampton (49%)

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:10Walsall
16Shots13
4Shots 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
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: Northampton

W 241D 167L 181
Over 2.546
Goals scored801

Away Record: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026