Northampton Town's pre-season campaign got off to a challenging start with a 2-1 loss to Birmingham City. The Cobblers struggled to create clear-cut chances, with their best opportunity coming from a well-worked move that ended with a shot that was comfortably saved by the Birmingham goalkeeper.
What happened?
Northampton Town's pre-season campaign got off to a challenging start with a 2-1 loss to Birmingham City.
Why it matters for Northampton Town
The Cobblers are looking to improve their performance after a disappointing 2025 season, where they finished 24th in League One with 35 points from 46 games. They are 68 points behind leaders Lincoln and will need to pick up their form if they are to challenge for a top-seven spot this season.
What comes next?
Northampton Town's next pre-season friendly is against a yet-to-be-announced opponent, and they will be looking to bounce back from their defeat against Birmingham City. The Cobblers have a young squad and are expected to be one of the more exciting teams to watch in League One this season.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 24th in League One, 35 pts, 9W-8D-29L from 46 games, recent form LLLLL.
Goals this season: 39 scored, 74 conceded (-35 goal difference).
