Northampton Town faces Cardiff City in a crucial League One match, with the home team seeking to build on recent form and the visitors aiming to bounce back from a disappointing defeat.
Match Preview
The Cobblers will have been out of League One action for 14 days by Saturday, following last weekend's postponement against Barnsley. Taking on Mansfield Town last time out, goals from Jack Perkins and Tom Eaves saw the Cobblers get back to winning ways to move to 15th with 20 points. As of 25 Jun 2026, Northampton Town stands 24th in League One, with 35 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLLL.
Team News
Following an EFL Trophy tie and a League One postponement, Kevin Nolan can rotate his squad with players returning fresh after a break. However, the Cobblers will be without Ethan Wheatley after suffering an injury against Rotherham United and not featuring since. Ross Fitzsimons is likely to return in goal with Lee Burge back on the bench.
Prediction
With Northampton Town in formidable form at home, Cardiff City will have their work cut out if they are to come away with three points. The Bluebirds have the second-best defence in League One, having conceded just 14 goals, but they will be looking to get back to winning ways after falling to a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Blackpool. | Stat | Value | | League Standing | 24th in League One | | Goals This Season | 39 scored, 74 conceded | | Title Race | 68 points behind leaders Lincoln |
Current Form
Northampton Town is seeking to build on recent form and move up the League One table, while Cardiff City is looking to bounce back from a disappointing defeat and move top of the league. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams having a lot to play for.
