Northampton Town - Oldham Athletic prediction 3 November 2026
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Colchester UnitedNorthampton TownTranmere RoversGrimsby TownNorthampton TownYork CityNorthampton TownCambridge UnitedNorthampton TownNorthampton TownOldham AthleticNorthampton TownRotherham UnitedShrewsbury TownNorthampton TownNorthampton TownNewport CountyNorthampton TownCrawley TownGillinghamNorthampton TownCrewe AlexandraNorthampton TownNorthampton TownBrighton U21Northampton TownSwindon TownLeicester CityNorthampton TownBarnetOldham AthleticWalsallOldham AthleticOldham AthleticCheltenham TownOldham AthleticLeeds U21Oldham AthleticAccrington StanleyNorthampton TownOldham AthleticOldham AthleticSalford CityOldham AthleticFleetwood TownRochdaleOldham AthleticOldham AthleticChesterfieldTranmere RoversOldham AthleticFleetwood TownOldham AthleticOldham AthleticSwindon TownColchester UnitedOldham AthleticOldham AthleticPort Vale| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
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| 3.55 | 2.02 | 3.15 | |
| 3.20 | 2.05 | 3.00 | |
| 1.13 | 1.12 | 1.13 |
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| 1 |  Salford City | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 23:14 | +9 | 28 |
| 2 |  Barnet | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 24:16 | +8 | 22 |
| 3 |  Cheltenham Town | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 22:22 | 0 | 21 |
| 4 |  Crewe Alexandra | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 16:16 | 0 | 21 |
| 5 |  York City | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 21:13 | +8 | 20 |
| 6 |  Walsall | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 18:11 | +7 | 19 |
| 7 |  Chesterfield | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 23:17 | +6 | 19 |
| 8 |  Exeter City | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 10:7 | +3 | 19 |
| 9 |  Accrington Stanley | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 22:16 | +6 | 18 |
| 10 |  Shrewsbury Town | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 16:20 | -4 | 18 |
| 11 |  Grimsby Town | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 19:16 | +3 | 17 |
| 12 |  Gillingham | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 18:18 | 0 | 17 |
| 13 |  Tranmere Rovers | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 16:16 | 0 | 16 |
| 14 |  Swindon Town | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 13:16 | -3 | 16 |
| 15 |  Bristol Rovers | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16:20 | -4 | 16 |
| 16 |  Newport County | 13 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 16:16 | 0 | 15 |
| 17 |  Rochdale | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 15:22 | -7 | 15 |
| 18 |  Fleetwood Town | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 15:17 | -2 | 14 |
| 19 | Northampton Town | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 8:8 | 0 | 13 |
| 20 | Oldham Athletic | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 14:18 | -4 | 12 |
| 21 |  Colchester United | 12 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 11:16 | -5 | 12 |
| 22 |  Rotherham United | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 17:23 | -6 | 12 |
| 23 |  Port Vale | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6:12 | -6 | 12 |
| 24 |  Crawley Town | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 12:21 | -9 | 6 |
Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic Prediction (Oct 3)
The Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic prediction points to a home victory when the two sides meet in League 2 on Oct 3, 2026, at 15:00. Based on recent form and head-to-head record, Northampton Town has a 50% chance of winning, while Oldham Athletic sits at just 20%.
Team Form
Northampton Town's last five matches have produced mixed results: L, L, W, D, D. At home, they lost 0-1 to Rotherham United and 0-2 to Shrewsbury Town, but beat Newport County 1-0 and drew 1-1 with Crawley Town. Their most recent away game ended 1-1 at Gillingham.
Oldham Athletic's away form is a major concern. Their last five outings read L, W, L, L, L. The only win came in the EFL Trophy against Fleetwood Town (1-0). In League 2, they suffered defeats at Salford City (1-4), Rochdale (0-2), Chesterfield (1-2), and Tranmere Rovers (0-2).
Head-to-Head Record
Overall, Northampton Town lead the H2H with 7 wins to Oldham Athletic's 5, alongside 6 draws. The most recent meeting was an FA Cup tie on Nov 1, 2025, where Oldham won 3-1 at home. However, the last league clash at Sixfields Stadium ended 2-1 to Northampton Town in November 2021. The previous four encounters show two Northampton wins, one Oldham win, and one draw.
League Table Positions
Neither Northampton Town nor Oldham Athletic appear in the top 12 of the League 2 standings as of the latest data, suggesting both are positioned in the lower half of the table. Exact points and ranks are unavailable, but the absence from the upper echelon underlines the need for improvement from both sides.
Win Probability: Northampton Town or Oldham Athletic?
After assessing all available data, the win probabilities are: Northampton Town 50%, draw 30%, Oldham Athletic 20%. The home side gets the edge thanks to playing at Sixfields Stadium, a slightly better recent form (one win and two draws in five compared to Oldham's one win and four losses), and a historical advantage in this fixture. Oldham's dreadful away record in League 2 heavily reduces their chances.
Odds & Match Prediction
Bookmakers' odds are not provided in the data, but based on the stats, Northampton Town is the expected winner. Our prediction: Northampton Town to win. A draw is the second most likely outcome, while an Oldham Athletic victory would be a surprise given their current away struggles.
Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic โ FAQ
- Who will win Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic?
- Northampton Town is the more likely winner with a 50% probability. The draw is rated at 30%, and Oldham Athletic has just a 20% chance. These figures reflect Northampton's home advantage and Oldham's poor away form.
- What is the win probability for Northampton Town?
- Northampton Town has a 50% chance of winning. This is based on their slightly better recent results, a historical edge in head-to-head meetings, and the fact they are playing at home against an Oldham side that has lost four of its last five away matches.
- When is the Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic match?
- The match is scheduled for Oct 3, 2026, at 15:00 local time. It is a League 2 fixture and will be played at Sixfields Stadium in Northampton, East Midlands.
- What are the odds for Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic?
- The odds for this match are not available in the provided data. Without bookmaker prices, the prediction relies solely on team form, head-to-head record, and home advantage.
- Where is Northampton Town vs Oldham Athletic being played?
- The game takes place at Sixfields Stadium in Northampton, East Midlands. The venue has a grass surface and a capacity of 7,798.