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Northampton vs Harrogate Town

Sixfields Stadium, Northampton, East Midlands18 April 2022 at 15:00
Referee: R. Lewis

Match Events

Northampton
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
22′
W. SmithL. Legge
S. Hoskins

assist: L. Appéré

28′
45′Josh Austerfield
Half Time
L. Appéré
59′
S. Hoskins

assist: L. Appéré

63′
76′
J. MuldoonA. Martin
J. EppiahC. Zimba
77′
A. KoikiJ. Mills
86′
S. HoskinsS. Pollock
86′
90+5′Warren Burrell
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
5Shots off Goal1
12Total Shots5
3Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox1
9Fouls10
4Corner Kicks2
1Offsides1
45%Ball Possession55%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
356Total passes439
217Passes accurate287
61%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Northampton is 6.76, compared to 6.62 for Harrogate Town. 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 Harrogate Town's best-rated player is W. Burrell (6.73).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Northampton have contributed 7 goals and 1 assists this season, led by S. Hoskins (6G). Harrogate Town's starters account for 6 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by J. Muldoon (5G). 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 Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 Harrogate Town's 5 rated 6.56. 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 1 for Harrogate Town 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 67% for Harrogate Town. 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 8 for Harrogate Town. 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 Harrogate Town average 34.7 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)). 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 23 for Harrogate Town. 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.

Northampton4-4-24-2-3-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Roberts5Guthrie3McGowan6Horsfall14Koiki11Pinnock4Sowerby17McWilli.7Hoskins21Eppiah24Appéré13Crackne.23McArdle14Sheron5Smith6Burrell7Thomson30Power19Austerf.18Muldoon29Armstro.21Diamond

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

NorthamptonPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.76
Avg Rating
6.62
6.90Defender (4 v 4)6.73
1G 1A1G 1A
6.61Midfielder (4 v 5)6.56
6G 0A5G 1A
Northampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. Roberts
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
3DefenderA. McGowan
6DefenderF. Horsfall
14DefenderA. Koiki
11MidfielderM. Pinnock
4MidfielderJ. Sowerby
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
21ForwardJ. Eppiah
24ForwardL. Appéré
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperJ. Cracknell
23DefenderR. McArdle
14DefenderN. Sheron
5DefenderW. Smith
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
30MidfielderS. Power
19MidfielderJ. Austerfield
18MidfielderJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
21MidfielderJ. Diamond
29ForwardL. Armstrong

Match Summary

Northampton defeated Harrogate Town 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by S. Hoskins 28′, L. Appéré 59′, S. Hoskins 63′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Northampton had 45% possession while Harrogate Town held 55%. Northampton had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (1 on target) for Harrogate Town. Northampton made 3 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 2.

Rivalry since 2021

Northampton vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
Northampton
2
wins
Drawn
1
Harrogate Town
0
wins
Total goals
9 · 3.0/match
Both scored
3/3 · 100%
Over 2.5
2/3 · 67%

Recent Form

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Harrogate Town

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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

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Head-to-Head Record

Northampton dominates

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

Northampton3wins
1draws4 meetings
Harrogate Town0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

75%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (57%) — the odds may underestimate Northampton.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 60.6%Draw 27.3%Away 17.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.633.605.25
Max1.673.706.00
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Northampton · Moderate 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 market57.2%25.8%17.0%
Public market57.7%26.4%15.9%
Δ0.5%0.6%1.1%

Northampton vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Northampton
Result vs. Market: Northampton (61%)

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.

NorthamptonHalf-time:10Harrogate Town
12Shots5
4Shots on target1

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
22/04/23Northampton3–1Harrogate Town1.77/3.56/4.71
28/02/23Harrogate Town1–1Northampton3.88/3.26/2.04
18/04/22Northampton3–0Harrogate Town1.65/3.67/5.63
11/12/21Harrogate Town1–2Northampton2.44/3.37/2.87

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026