Northampton Town to face West Brom Women in reshuffled pre-season clash

Northampton Town will face West Bromwich Albion Women one day earlier than planned after the Baggies moved their pre-season friendly forward. The Cobblers’ women’s team will now host Albion at 7pm on Tuesday, July 14, instead of the originally scheduled July 15. The match will take place behind closed doors, with no fans permitted.

What changed and why it matters

Albion Women confirmed the switch on Wednesday, citing logistical reasons for the move. The fixture remains part of the Baggies’ pre-season build-up ahead of their upcoming Women’s Super League campaign. For Northampton Town, the game serves as a final warm-up before their own League One preparations.

The Cobblers have been active in pre-season, using closed-door friendlies to test new signings and tactical setups. This reshuffle gives both sides an extra day to fine-tune their preparations before competitive action resumes.

Where and when to follow the action

The match kicks off at 7pm BST on Tuesday, July 14, at West Bromwich Albion’s training ground. While no spectators will attend, updates are expected via the club’s official channels. Albion Women have yet to confirm if the game will be streamed or broadcast.

Northampton Town’s pre-season schedule has been updated to reflect the change. The Cobblers’ management will use the fixture to assess squad depth and early-season fitness levels ahead of their League One opener.

What’s next for both teams

West Brom Women continue their pre-season schedule with this closed-door clash before facing higher-profile opponents in friendlies. Northampton Town, meanwhile, will use the extra time to finalize their starting XI and set-piece routines.

For Albion, the game is a chance to integrate new arrivals and build chemistry. For Northampton, it’s a final audition for fringe players eyeing first-team minutes in League One.