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Northampton Town vs Barnsley predictions, Apr 28, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As Northampton Town prepares to host Barnsley FC in this crucial League One clash on April 28, 2026, both teams are grappling with disappointing recent form. Northampton has struggled significantly, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches, which puts pressure on them to perform at home. Conversely, Barnsley has managed only one win in their last five outings, indicating their own challenges as they seek consistency.

Tactically, Northampton may look to solidify their defense and exploit any counter-attacking opportunities, while Barnsley will likely aim to dominate possession and create chances through their attacking play. The bookmakers have set the odds at 2.82 for a home win, 2.27 for an away victory, reflecting a closer contest than one might expect given the recent struggles of both teams.

According to predictive models, Northampton carries a 34.2% chance of winning, compared to Barnsley’s 39.6% probability, with a draw considered a plausible outcome at 25.1%. The predicted final score stands at 1-1, highlighting the possibility of a tightly contested match. Both sides need to capitalize on this opportunity to turn their fortunes around, making this encounter a must-watch for fans and bettors alike.

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Northampton
32.2%		 Draw
25.8%		 Barnsley
42%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.9 3.83 2.23
2.92 3.7 2.18
2.88 3.68 2.23 Watch and Bet
2.8 3.5 2.2
2.99 3.5 2.22

Latest Results

25.04.26 Cardiff City – Northampton Town – 5:1
18.04.26 Northampton Town – Doncaster Rovers – 1:3
15.04.26 Luton Town – Northampton Town – 2:1
06.04.26 Northampton Town – Wigan Athletic – 1:3
03.04.26 Bradford City – Northampton Town – 1:0		 25.04.26 Luton Town – Barnsley FC – 2:1
21.04.26 Stevenage Borough – Barnsley FC – 1:0
18.04.26 Barnsley FC – Bradford City – 2:2
14.04.26 Port Vale – Barnsley FC – 0:0
11.04.26 Rotherham United – Barnsley FC – 1:3

Facts

  • The game between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 24 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two and 15).
  • Northampton is Relegated to League Two
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northampton won 0.
  • Northampton is on a losing streak (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • In recent matches, Barnsley has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Northampton may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Barnsley has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Northampton won 1 match, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 9:10. (average 1.5:1.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northampton won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 2:4. (average 1:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.02.26 Barnsley FC – Northampton Town – 2:2
    25.02.25 Northampton Town – Barnsley FC – 1:2
    24.08.24 Barnsley FC – Northampton Town – 2:2
    27.04.24 Barnsley FC – Northampton Town – 1:1
    23.09.23 Northampton Town – Barnsley FC – 1:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Lincoln ✔ 45 30 10 5 87:41 46 100
    2 Cardiff ✔ 45 27 10 8 86:45 41 91
    3 Bolton ✔ 45 19 18 8 68:49 19 75
    4 Stockport County ✔ 44 21 11 12 67:55 12 74
    5 Bradford City ✔ 45 21 11 13 56:50 6 74
    6 Stevenage 45 20 12 13 48:46 2 72
    7 Luton 45 20 11 14 65:54 11 71
    8 Plymouth 45 21 7 17 72:61 11 70
    9 Huddersfield 45 17 13 15 70:64 6 64
    10 Reading 45 16 15 14 64:59 5 63
    11 Mansfield 44 15 16 13 57:46 11 61
    12 Wycombe 45 16 12 17 66:56 10 60
    13 Blackpool 45 16 9 20 53:65 -12 57
    14 Doncaster 45 16 9 20 47:68 -21 57
    15 Barnsley 44 14 14 16 66:70 -4 56
    16 Wigan 45 14 14 17 49:57 -8 56
    17 Burton 45 13 14 18 48:58 -10 53
    18 AFC Wimbledon 45 15 8 22 51:68 -17 53
    19 Peterborough 44 15 7 22 63:65 -2 52
    20 Leyton Orient 45 14 9 22 57:69 -12 51
    21 Exeter 45 12 13 20 51:59 -8 49
    22 Rotherham ✔ 45 10 11 24 39:68 -29 41
    23 Port Vale ✔ 44 9 12 23 34:58 -24 39
    24 Northampton ✔ 44 9 8 27 37:70 -33 35

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