Burton
- Gary Bowyer took the reins at the Pirelli in December 2024 and has done a solid job so far, instilling a pragmatic, counter-attacking style of play and an iron-clad defensive structure on his side.
- Typically lined up in either a 3-5-2 or 3-4-1-2.
- Burton are winless in their last five matches (D3, L2).
- Burton have drawn their last two matches, a 2-2 away draw at Stevenage and a goalless draw at home to Wycombe Wanderers.
Northampton
- Kevin Nolan took over at Sixfields in late December 2024 and has seemingly had a positive effect on the club, instilling a direct, high-pressing style of football.
- Nolan has seen Northampton win three, draw one and lose just one of their last five League One fixtures.
- Northampton currently sit 12th with 27 points from 20 games, three places and three points above Burton.
Head-to-Head
Burton are winless in their last two home matches against Northampton Town .
Key Players
- Jake Beesley leads the scoring charts for Burton with six goals in 20 League One appearances this season.
- Cameron McGeehan has four in 14 for Northampton and provides a constant goal threat from midfield.
Betting Insights
- Both teams to score is set at 1.83.
- Match odds: Burton 2.22, Northampton 3.3, Draw 3.15.
- The hosts' price of 2.22 seems a little rich given Northampton are in better form.
Prediction
- Side with the Cobblers.
- Northampton are the team in the better form with their momentum, and the visitors’ forward threat could be enough to edge this one.
