Northampton Town face a tough test against Burton Albion on Saturday afternoon. The Cobblers are currently in 23rd place in the League One table and are without a permanent manager.
What's at stake?
Northampton have decided to part ways with manager Kevin Nolan after a run to the EFL Trophy semi-finals. The team has accumulated just two points from their last six League One fixtures.
Team news
Colin Calderwood has taken interim charge of the team and will have to decide whether to change formation and personnel. Jack Burroughs and Nesta Guinness-Walker are close to full fitness after playing 45 minutes each against AFC Wimbledon. Kyle Edwards may feature in the squad after accumulating some minutes for the second-string in midweek.
Predicted lineups
The possible starting lineup for Northampton Town is: Burge; Burroughs, Moore, Forbes, Perkins; Evans, Taylor, Campbell, Fornah; McGeehan; Eaves The possible starting lineup for Burton Albion is: Collins; Godwin-Malife, Vancooten, Hartridge; Lofthouse, Chauke, Evans, Sibbick; Cannon; Beesley, Shade
Current form
Northampton Town's recent form is: D L L L D L Burton Albion's recent form is: W D W L D L As of 26 Jun 2026, Northampton Town are 24th in League One with 35 points from 46 games. Their goal difference is -35, with 39 goals scored and 74 conceded. They are 68 points behind leaders Lincoln. | Category | Stat | | League standing | 24th | | Points | 35 | | Goal difference | -35 | | Goals scored | 39 | | Goals conceded | 74 |
The match against Burton Albion will be a crucial test for Northampton Town as they look to move out of the relegation zone.
