Northampton vs Reading Predictions

Northampton vs Reading is scheduled for kick off on 31 January, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at Sixfields Stadium, with Jamie O'Connor officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Northampton currently holding the 24th position in the table 28 points behind Reading. Northampton have lost 3 English Football League - League One matches to Reading out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Plymouth, Northampton is determined to redeem themselves. Northampton have won 6 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Sixfields Stadium. Reading's away record stands at 6 victories from 23 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Blackpool, Reading is determined to bounce back with a win against Northampton.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Northampton have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 78% of games. Their total stands at 39 goals and 132 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Reading have scored 64 goals with 174 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 83% of matches but conceded in 83% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Northampton scored 1 goal while Reading scored 7 goals. Their last match on 31 January 2026 ended in 2-0 to Reading.