Crawley Town – Northampton

Match analysis

Crawley Town host a struggling Northampton side in what promises to be a tightly contested fixture. The home team sit 23rd with just four points from six games, having scored six and conceded eleven, while Northampton sit 17th on six points, their defence already leaking five goals. Both clubs have only managed a single win this season, but Northampton have drawn three times compared with Crawley’s solitary point from a draw. The recent head‑to‑head record offers little comfort for either side, leaving the outcome to be decided on the day. A win for Crawley could spark a vital climb out of the relegation zone, whereas Northampton will be looking to close the gap on the mid‑table.