Northampton – Accrington ST

Northampton host Accrington Stanley in what promises to be a tightly contested league fixture, with the Cobblers sitting 17th on six points after a win, three draws and two defeats, and a modest -2 goal difference (3‑5). Accrington, languishing in 21st place with five points from one win, two draws and three losses and a -3 goal difference (10‑13), will be desperate to close the gap to safety. Both sides have struggled to find the net this season, making a low‑scoring encounter likely. The result could prove pivotal for Northampton’s fight to climb out of the relegation zone, while Accrington will be looking to spark a revival and claw back into the fight for survival.