Northampton Town vs Barnsley: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 April

Northampton Town

L L L L L

24th place in England League 1

0-1

28/04/2026 14:45

Barnsley

D D L L W

15th place in England League 1

England League 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Northampton Town vs Barnsley on 28 April 2026 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Northampton Town vs Barnsley preview before placing your bet.

Northampton Town will face Barnsley in England League 1 on April 28, 2026 at 14:45.
Northampton Town are currently 24th with 35 points after 46 matches.
Barnsley sit 15th with 59 points from 46 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.30.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:45

2026-04-28

Northampton Town vs Barnsley - Prediction & Odds

Northampton Town

Barnsley

2026-04-28 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 28/04/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Lincoln City	103	46	31	10	5	89	41	48
02 Cardiff City	91	46	27	10	9	90	50	40
03 Stockport County	77	46	22	11	13	71	58	13
04 Bradford City	77	46	22	11	13	58	51	7
05 Bolton Wanderers	75	46	19	18	9	70	52	18
06 Stevenage Borough	75	46	21	12	13	49	46	3
07 Luton Town	74	46	21	11	14	68	56	12
08 Plymouth Argyle	73	46	22	7	17	75	63	12
09 Huddersfield Town	67	46	18	13	15	74	64	10
10 Mansfield Town	65	46	16	17	13	62	50	12
11 Wycombe Wanderers	63	46	17	12	17	69	58	11
12 Reading	63	46	16	15	15	64	60	4
13 Blackpool	60	46	17	9	20	54	65	-11
14 Doncaster Rovers	60	46	17	9	20	50	69	-19
15 Barnsley	59	46	15	14	17	68	73	-5
16 Wigan Athletic	56	46	14	14	18	49	58	-9
17 Burton Albion	54	46	13	15	18	50	60	-10
18 Peterborough United	53	46	15	8	23	64	68	-4
19 AFC Wimbledon	53	46	15	8	23	51	72	-21
20 Leyton Orient	52	46	14	10	22	59	71	-12
21 Exeter City	49	46	12	13	21	52	61	-9
22 Port Vale	42	46	10	12	24	36	61	-25
23 Rotherham United	41	46	10	11	25	41	71	-30
24 Northampton Town	35	46	9	8	29	39	74	-35

Head To Head

03/02/2026 15:45

Barnsley

2 - 2

Northampton Town

ENG L1

25/02/2025 15:45

Northampton Town

1 - 2

Barnsley

ENG L1

24/08/2024 10:00

Barnsley

2 - 2

Northampton Town

ENG L1

27/04/2024 07:30

Barnsley

1 - 1

Northampton Town

ENG L1

23/09/2023 10:00

Northampton Town

1 - 2

Barnsley

ENG L1

09/08/2016 14:45

Barnsley

1 - 1

Northampton Town

ENG LC

Barnsley

Draw

67%

Northampton Town

33%

Northampton Town Last 6 matches

25/04/2026 10:00

Cardiff City 5 - 1 Northampton Town

ENG L1

18/04/2026 10:00

Northampton Town 1 - 3 Doncaster Rovers

ENG L1

15/04/2026 14:45

Luton Town 2 - 1 Northampton Town

ENG L1

06/04/2026 10:00

Northampton Town 1 - 3 Wigan Athletic

ENG L1

03/04/2026 10:00

Bradford City 1 - 0 Northampton Town

ENG L1

21/03/2026 11:00

Mansfield Town 4 - 1 Northampton Town

ENG L1

Win

Draw

Lost

100%

Last 6 matches Barnsley

25/04/2026 10:00

Luton Town 2 - 1 Barnsley

ENG L1

21/04/2026 14:45

Stevenage Borough 1 - 0 Barnsley

ENG L1

18/04/2026 07:30

Barnsley 2 - 2 Bradford City

ENG L1

14/04/2026 14:45

Port Vale 0 - 0 Barnsley

ENG L1

11/04/2026 10:00

Rotherham United 1 - 3 Barnsley

ENG L1

06/04/2026 10:00

Barnsley 0 - 3 Plymouth Argyle

ENG L1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues England League 1

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Northampton Town

Barnsley

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.35

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.78

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 46 matches

YesNo

13 (28%)33 (72%)

In last 46 matches

NoYes

25 (54%)21 (46%)

Northampton Town

Recent matches

Barnsley

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Northampton Town

Barnsley

Shots

Northampton Town

Total shots

9.28 avg / game

Blocked

134 total

Avg. 3.12

Barnsley

Total shots

11.59 avg / game

Blocked

144 total

Avg. 3.35

Northampton Town Pass Barnsley

Total passes

13703

Avg. 298 / game

Accurate

65%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

18687

Avg. 406 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Northampton Town

Played games

Barnsley

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.09

4.80

221

Corners

225

4.89

26.61

1224

Throw-ins

1147

24.93

1.91

Offsides

1.70

3.15

145

GK saves

122

2.65

Northampton Town

DISCIPLINARY

Barnsley

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.50

2.04

0.07

0.09

10.39

478

Fouls

518

11.26

9.72

447

Tackles

459

9.98

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How We Build the Northampton Town vs Barnsley Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Northampton Town vs Barnsley on 28 April 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this England League 1 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Northampton Town vs Barnsley Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Northampton Town's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Barnsley's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

England League 1 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live England League 1 standings and the England League 1 form table to understand exactly where Northampton Town and Barnsley sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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