Northampton vs Peterborough: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Northampton prepare to host Peterborough United on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 13:30, this ENGLAND: League One fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Northampton, currently 22nd in the standings with 34 points from 33 games, trail the leaders by 35 points. They've earned 21 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Peterborough United, sitting 12th with 45 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 17 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Northampton and Peterborough United have been competitive, with Peterborough United claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Leyton Orient, Northampton recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 3-4-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Fitzsimons, Perkins, Moore, Dyche, Guinness-Walker, Campbell, Taylor, Hoskins, Fornah, Eaves, McGeehan. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Peterborough United's last outing came against Exeter, where they secured a 3-3 draw using a 4-2-2-2 system. Their starting XI featured Bass, Johnston, Okagbue, Kioso, Dornelly, Sykut, Collins, Lisbie, Morgan, Frith, Leonard. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.

Looking ahead, Northampton are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Northampton and Peterborough United are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Northampton's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Peterborough United's games average 3.4 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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