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Northampton vs Hartlepool

Sixfields Stadium, Northampton, East Midlands13 August 2022 at 15:00
Referee: S. Gill

Match Events

Northampton
Hartlepool
Kick Off
T. Magloire
31′
Mitchell Pinnock39′
45+4′
J. Umerah
Half Time
J. SowerbyM. Leonard
46′
52′Rollin Menayese
L. Appéré
57′
Sam Hoskins58′
58′Alex Lacey
L. AppéréB. Fox
69′
73′
J. HastieJ. Hamilton
73′
M. SyllaT. Crawford
76′Tom Crawford
D. HyltonK. Bowie
79′
M. PinnockR. Haynes
88′
Ryan Haynes90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

10Shots on Goal3
8Shots off Goal1
21Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots7
16Shots insidebox7
5Shots outsidebox4
7Fouls8
2Corner Kicks2
2Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves7
382Total passes488
274Passes accurate393
72%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Northampton is 6.84, compared to — for Hartlepool. 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 L. Burge (7.01), while Hartlepool'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). Hartlepool'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 Hartlepool'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Hartlepool'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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool. 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 Hartlepool. 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 32.3 (youngest: L. Burge (32), oldest: J. Guthrie (33)), while Hartlepool 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 26 league appearances each, versus 0 for Hartlepool. 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.

Northampton4-1-4-13-4-1-2Hartlepool
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Burge20Lintott2Magloire5Guthrie14Koiki4Sowerby9Appéré17McWilli.11Pinnock7Hoskins10Hylton1Killip23Menayese24Lacey5Murray2Sterry8Feather.10Cooke3Ferguson20Sylla7Hastie9Umerah

Substitutes

Coach: J. Brady

Substitutes

Coach: P. Hartley

NorthamptonPosition StrengthHartlepool
6.84
Avg Rating
7.01Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.90Defender (4 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.61Midfielder (5 v 4)
6G 0A0G 0A
Northampton4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperL. Burge7.0
20DefenderH. Lintott
2DefenderT. Magloire
5DefenderJ. Guthrie6.91G1A
14DefenderA. Koiki
4MidfielderJ. Sowerby
9MidfielderL. Appéré
17MidfielderS. McWilliams
11MidfielderM. Pinnock
7MidfielderS. Hoskins6.66G
10ForwardD. Hylton
Hartlepool3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
23DefenderR. Menayese
24DefenderA. Lacey
5DefenderE. Murray
2MidfielderJ. Sterry
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
10MidfielderC. Cooke
3MidfielderD. Ferguson
20ForwardM. Sylla
7ForwardJ. Hastie
9ForwardJ. Umerah

Match Summary

Northampton defeated Hartlepool 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by T. Magloire 31′, J. Umerah 45′, L. Appéré 57′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Northampton had 44% possession while Hartlepool held 56%. Northampton had 21 shots (10 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Hartlepool. Northampton made 4 substitutions, Hartlepool made 2.

Rivalry since 2013

Northampton vs Hartlepool Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Northampton
4
wins
Drawn
2
Hartlepool
3
wins
Total goals
21 · 2.3/match
Both scored
4/9 · 44%
Over 2.5
3/9 · 33%

Recent Form

Northampton

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Hartlepool

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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.

Northampton5wins
2draws10 meetings
Hartlepool3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.4

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (54%) — the odds may underestimate Northampton.

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 54.6%Draw 28.4%Away 22.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.793.304.20
Max1.853.674.92
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
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 market54.0%26.3%19.6%
Public market51.2%26.3%22.5%
Δ2.8%2.9%

Northampton vs Hartlepool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Northampton
Result vs. Market: Northampton (55%)

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:11Hartlepool
20Shots11
10Shots on target3

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
11/03/23Hartlepool1–1Northampton3.81/3.42/2.01
13/08/22Northampton2–1Hartlepool1.83/3.52/4.51
26/03/22Northampton2–0Hartlepool2.13/3.26/3.68
09/10/21Hartlepool2–1Northampton2.55/3.12/2.87
10/10/15Northampton2–1Hartlepool1.81/3.75/4.38
27/02/16Hartlepool0–0Northampton4.35/3.54/1.83
16/09/14Northampton5–1Hartlepool1.82/3.55/4.84
10/02/15Hartlepool1–0Northampton3.34/3.43/2.24
23/11/13Hartlepool2–0Northampton2.27/3.34/3.37
22/02/14Northampton2–0Hartlepool2.82/3.22/2.67

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026