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Northampton Town vs Doncaster Rovers predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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### Match Preview: Northampton Town vs. Doncaster Rovers

As Northampton Town prepares to host Doncaster Rovers on April 18, 2026, both teams come into this clash with contrasting recent forms. Northampton Town is struggling, having failed to secure a win in their last five fixtures, highlighting potential issues in both attack and defense. Their inability to convert chances into goals may play a significant role in this upcoming encounter.

Conversely, Doncaster Rovers are in relatively strong form, winning three out of their last five matches. This positive run has likely bolstered their confidence and tactical execution, with their attacking unit becoming increasingly efficient. The Rovers’ ability to adapt and capitalize on counter-attacks could prove crucial against a struggling Northampton side.

Bookmakers currently have Doncaster as favorites, reflected in the odds of 2.09 for an away victory compared to 3.24 for Northampton Town. Our model predicts a 45.1% probability of an away win, emphasizing the importance of current momentum in professional football.

While Northampton will aim to leverage their home advantage, Doncaster appears poised to maintain their good form. As such, this match promises to be intriguing, though no outcome is guaranteed based on past performances.

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Northampton
28.3%		 Draw
27.8%		 Doncaster
43.9%

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Latest Results

06.04.26 Northampton Town – Wigan Athletic – 1:3
03.04.26 Bradford City – Northampton Town – 1:0
21.03.26 Mansfield Town – Northampton Town – 4:1
17.03.26 Stockport County – Northampton Town – 2:1
14.03.26 Northampton Town – Burton Albion – 0:2		 11.04.26 Doncaster Rovers – Reading – 1:0
06.04.26 Exeter City – Doncaster Rovers – 3:0
03.04.26 Doncaster Rovers – Mansfield Town – 0:2
24.03.26 Doncaster Rovers – Port Vale – 1:0
21.03.26 Barnsley FC – Doncaster Rovers – 0:1

Facts

  • A mid-table team and an outsider will play in this match (ranked 23 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two and 14).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Northampton won 2.
  • Northampton has suffered several defeats recently (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Doncaster‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Doncaster may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Doncaster might have a minor edge in this game.
  • We predict that Doncaster will win today’s game, with odds of 2.09.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Northampton won 3 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 5:7. (average 0.7:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Northampton won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 1:3. (average 0.3:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.10.25 Doncaster Rovers – Northampton Town – 1:2
    25.03.23 Doncaster Rovers – Northampton Town – 0:2
    27.08.22 Northampton Town – Doncaster Rovers – 0:1
    13.03.21 Doncaster Rovers – Northampton Town – 0:0
    05.12.20 Northampton Town – Doncaster Rovers – 0:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Lincoln ✔ 42 28 9 5 79:36 43 93
    2 Cardiff 41 24 9 8 76:42 34 81
    3 Bradford City 42 21 8 13 52:46 6 71
    4 Bolton 42 18 16 8 59:44 15 70
    5 Stockport County 40 19 10 11 59:50 9 67
    6 Stevenage 41 19 10 12 43:38 5 67
    7 Plymouth 42 19 6 17 66:58 8 63
    8 Huddersfield 42 17 11 14 65:56 9 62
    9 Reading 43 16 14 13 62:55 7 62
    10 Luton 41 17 10 14 57:50 7 61
    11 Wycombe 43 16 12 15 63:51 12 60
    12 Barnsley 40 14 12 14 63:65 -2 54
    13 Mansfield 40 13 14 13 50:43 7 53
    14 Doncaster 42 15 8 19 43:64 -21 53
    15 Wigan 42 13 13 16 46:56 -10 52
    16 Peterborough 41 15 6 20 60:58 2 51
    17 Burton 43 13 12 18 46:56 -10 51
    18 Blackpool 43 14 9 20 51:65 -14 51
    19 Leyton Orient 42 14 8 20 57:66 -9 50
    20 AFC Wimbledon 42 14 8 20 49:63 -14 50
    21 Exeter 43 12 11 20 47:55 -8 47
    22 Rotherham 41 9 10 22 36:62 -26 37
    23 Northampton 41 9 8 24 34:60 -26 35
    24 Port Vale 39 8 10 21 30:54 -24 34

    English League One Outrights

    1. Lincoln City: 1 (98.48%)

    2. Cardiff: 65 (1.52%)

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