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Nik Tzanev

Surname: Tzanev Forenames: Nikola Chivarov Birthdate: 23-Dec-1996 Birth Place: Wellington, New Zealand Position: Goalkeeper FA — League — — FA Cup — Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App Gls…

James Wilson

Surname: Willson Forenames: James Antony Birthdate: 01-Dec-1995 Birth Place: Bidduloph Position: Forward League FA Cup Other Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App Gls App Gls App Gls 2013/14 Manchester…

Bobby Tebbutt

Northampton Town Football Club and Cobblers Past are saddened to hear about the passing of Bobby Tebbutt. Bobby Tebbutt really made a name for himself during the 1958-59 season when…

New Signing – Liam Moore

Surname: Moore Forenames: Liam Simon Birthdate: 31-Jan-1993 Birth Place: Loughborough Position: Central Defender League FA Cup Other Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App Gls App Gls Pen Gls 2011/12…

NEW SIGNING – Dominic Gape

Surname: Gape Forenames: Dominic Edward Birthdate: 09-Sep-1994 Birth Place: Burton Bradstock Position: Midfielder League FA Cup Other Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App Gls App Gls App Gls 2014/15…

NEW SIGNING : Tony Springett

Tony Springett Signs For Northampton Town Surname: Springett Forenames: Tony Gary Birthdate: 22-Sep-2002 Birth Place: Lewisham Position: Winger League FA Cup Other Season Club Lgue Pos Cup App Gls App…

Match Officials – Swansea (A)

Peter Wright will be the man in charge when the Cobblers visit Swansea City host in their Carabao Cup first-round tie on Tuesday. The man from Liverpool was promoted to…

✍️ New Signing – Max Thompson

Northampton Town have signed Newcastle United goalkeeper Max Thompson on loan until the January transfer window.

Northampton 0 Stevenage 1

Boro’s first ever win at Sixfields came courtesy of Carl Piergianni’s scrappy late goal as Steve Evans’ side began life in the third tier with three well-deserved points. Cobblers hit…

Head 2 Head – Stevenage

We take a look at our past games with Stevenage and look at the Cobblers recorded against them. The Cobblers are undefeated in their last 11 matches against Stevenage in…

Opening Day Matches

We look back on our last Seven opening-day fixtures in the League. This season will see be our first game of the season. What do you think the result will…

Match Officials – Stevenage (H)

Lewis Smith has been appointed Match Referee for Saturday’s fixture, with Richard Morris and Samuel Fudge as Assistants, and Darren Drysdale as Fourth Official. Smith dished out 107 yellow cards…

Played for both – Stevenage

We take a look at some of the many players, past and present, who have represented both The Cobblers and Boro. Joel Byrom Cobblers: 2014-15 (loan) 2015-16 Boro: 2009 –…

✍️ New Signing – Tyreece Simpson

Northampton Town have signed striker Tyreece Simpson on a season long loan from Huddersfield Town. Simpson is a 6ft 1in, 21 year old front man who started his career with…

Manny Monthé

Surname: Monthe Forenames: Emmanuel Gaetan Nguemkam Birthdate: 26-Jan-1995 Birth Place: Cameroon Position: Central Defender FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup…

NEW SIGNING – David Norman

Full name David Daniel Norman Date of birth May 31, 1998 (age 24) Place of birth Canada Height 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) Position(s) Defender Senior career* Years Team…

D’Margio Wright-Phillips

Surname: Wright-Phillips Forenames: D’Margio Birthdate: 24-Sep-2001 Birth Place: Manchester Position: Winger — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos FA Cup Signed App Gls…

Tete Yengi

Name Tete Yengi Date of birth 28 November 2000 Place of birth Adelaide, Australia Height 196 cm (6 ft 5 in) Position Forward Season Club APPS GOALS 2019–2020 Adelaide Comets…

Referee Watch – Barrow

The man in the middle at the SO Legal Stadium will be Darren Drysdale. The Royal Air Force Sergeant will be assisted by Darren Williams and Graeme Fyvie. Darren Handley…

Will Hondermarck

Surname: Hondermarck Forenames: William Mbongo Desire Birthdate: 21-Nov-2000 Birth Place: Orleans, France Position: Midfielder — League — — FA Cup — Other Season Club Lgue Pos FA Cup Signed App…

Referee Watch – Rebecca Welch

Rebecca Welch has been confirmed as the referee for Saturday’s Sky Bet League Two fixture between County and Northampton Town at Edgeley Park. She was promoted to the EFL later…

Barry Lines 1942-2023

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are saddened to learn about the passing of former player Barry Lines Barry Lines played for both Bletchley clubs as an amateur while…

Played For Both – Stockport County

Played for Both – Stockport County Mat Sadler (2003–2004) In November 2003, Sadler didn’t get much game time for Birmingham that season, so he came on a two month loan…

Management team re-sign

The Northampton Town management team of manager Jon Brady, assistant manager Coilin Calderwood, first team coach Marc Richards and goalkeeping coach James Alger have all signed new rolling contracts with…

REWIND – Stockport 2 Northampton 2

We go to Edgeley Park for the first time since 2011 on Saturday, last time we was there we drew 2-2 and here’s what the BBC said about the match…

Josh Harrop

Surname: Harrop Forenames: Joshua Andrew Birthdate: 15-Dec-1995 Birth Place: Stockport Position: Midfielder FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App…

Frank Rankmore

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are saddened to learn the passing of former player Frank Rankmore. Frank was signed by Cardiff as an eighteen year old but after…

Tony Claypole

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are saddened to learn the passing of ex-player Tony Claypole. Tony, born in Weldon, played for the Cobblers from 1953 to 1962 making…

PREVIEW – Leyton Orient (A)

Founded: 1881 Nickname: The O’s League Honours: Division 3 South (1955/56), Division 3 (1969/70) There is some doubt over the foundation of Leyton Orient Football Club in their earliest history.…

PREVIEW – AFC Wimbledon (A)

Year Founded: 2002 Nickname: The Dons, The Wombles Major Honours: League Two Play-off winners : 2015–16 As so often in the Wimbledon story, it all came down to a penalty…

PREVIEW – Doncaster (H)

Founded: 1879 Nickname: Donny/Rovers Stadium: Keepmoat Stadium (15,239 capacity) Honours: League One Champions 2012-13. Play-Off Winners: 2007-08 Division Three (North) Champions 1934-35, 1946-47, 1949-50. Runners-up (not promoted): 1937-38, 1938-39. In…

PREVIEW – Crawley (A)

Founded: 1896 Nicknames: The Reds; The Red Devils Major Honours: Conference (2010/11) Founded as Crawley Football Club in 1896, The Reds spent their formative years in the West Sussex League,…

PREVIEW – Hartlepool (H)

Founded: 1881 Nicknames: The Pool, The Monkey Hangers Born out of West Hartlepool Amateurs in 1881, the fledgling club graced the amateur game with reasonable success, before a name change…

REWIND – Wycombe 2018

CARABAO CUP FIRST ROUND Tuesday August 14th, 7.45pm Adams Park WYCOMBE WANDERERS 1(Randell Williams 50) NORTHAMPTON TOWN 1(Sam Hoskins 82) Attendance: 1,999 (427 away) Wycombe: Yves Ma-Kalambay, Michael Harriman, Sido…

PREVIEW – Wycombe (H)

In 1887, a group of furniture trade workers began a team to play matches together this led to meeting between them and the creation of Wycombe Wanderers FC. Wycombe were…

John Mackin 1943 -2022

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town are saddened to learn the passing of former defender John Mackin. John Mackin started his football career as a goalkeeper winning county caps 1960-62. He…

PREVIEW – Colchester (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

2022/23 Program

Northampton Town’s new look official matchday magazine, The Cobbler, returns for the visit of Colchester United on Saturday. This season it’s again a privilege to continue working with the club…

Opening Day Matches

We look back on our last Six opening day fixtures in the Leauge. This season will see Colchester be our first game of the season. What do you think the…

Played for Both – Colchester United

We take a look at a selection of players who have appeared for both Northampton Town and Colchester United. Scott McGleish Scott McGleish had two spells with the Cobblers, once…

Marc Leonard

Surname: Leonard Forenames: Marc Henry Birthdate: 19-Dec-2001 Birth Place: Glasgow, Scotland Position: Midfielder FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed…

Cobblers Home Kit 22/23

Northampton Town are delighted to reveal the brand new 2022/23 home kit. The kit, voted for in a poll by supporters to choose a kit for the club’s 125th anniversary…

Summer Transfer Window 22/23

All the ins and outs at the Cobblers and ex-Cobblers. Click on the tweet for more information and the player’s records. (Sign In or create a free account is required)…

Sam Sherring

Surname: Sherring Forenames: Sam Birthdate: 08-May-2000 Birth Place: Dorchester Position: Central Defender FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App…

Akinwale Odimayo

Surname: Odimayo Forenames: Akinwale Joseph Birthdate: 28-Nov-1999 Birth Place: Camden Position: Central Defende FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed…

Lee Burge

Surname: Burge Forenames: Lee Stephen Birthdate: 09-Jan-1993 Birth Place: Hereford Position: Goalkeeper FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App…

Good Luck Roberts

Goalkeeper Liam Roberts has signed for Championship side Middlesbrough. Roberts enjoyed a successful season with the Cobblers and Northampton Town manager Jon Brady says the club and player have parted…

Ryan Haynes

Surname: Haynes Forenames: Ryan Matthew Birthdate: 27-Sep-1995 Birth Place: Northampton Position: Full Back FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other — Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed…

Ben Fox

Surname: Fox Forenames: Benjamin Jake Birthdate: 01-Feb-1998 Birth Place: Derby Position: Midfielder FA — League — — FA Cup — —- Other —- Season Club Lgue Pos Cup Signed App…

Danny Hylton

Surname: Hylton Forenames: Daniel Thomas Birthdate: 25-Feb-1989 Birth Place: Camden Position: Forward Leauge Fa Cup FA Cup Season Club Lgue Pos FA Date joined Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals…

Memorabilia Weekend

Northampton Town’s annual Open Day returns this year with some very special plans as part of the club’s 125th birthday celebrations. The club are inviting supporters who have any memorabilia…

Danny Rose

Full nameDaniel Antony RoseDate of birth10-Dec-1993Place of birthBarnsleyPositionForward LeagugeFA CupOtherSeasonClubLeague FA CupJoinedAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals2010/11Barnsley17th (Champ)R301-Mar-20110+1000002011/12Barnsley21st (Champ)R32+2000002012/13Barnsley21st (Champ)R60+810+11002013/14Barnsley23rd (Champ) (R)R31+2000002013/14Bury (L)12th (Lgue 2)R127-Mar-20140+6300002014/15Barnsley11th (Lgue 1)R31000002014/15Bury3rd (Lgue 2) (P)R215-Aug-201419+16102+10202015/16Bury16th (Lgue 1)R47+2153+111+102016/17Mansfield Town12th (Lgue 2)R101-Jul-201625+1290+101+312017/18Mansfield…

1996/97 – The Run In

Two games to go and next up was a trip to Layer Road to face Colchester United, where Cobblers boss Ian Atkins made only one change to the side that…

PREVIEW – Barrow (A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Referee Watch – Barrow

Ross Joyce will be the man in the middle for the Cobblers last League Two clash of the season against Barrow on Saturday. The Cleveland-based official has started his seventh…

Freddy Hall – 1985 – 2022

Freddy Hall – 1985 – 2022 Cobblers Past and Northampton Town football Club are deeply saddened to learn the passing of former goalkeeper Freddy Hall aged just 37. Freddy Played…

PREVIEW – Mansfield (A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

2015 – The Cobblers 2 Luton 1

Northampton came from behind to beat fellow play-off chasers Luton, who have now lost six straight league games. Following a goalless first-half, Alex Lawless put the visitors ahead 39 seconds…

PREVIEW – Bristol Rovers (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Tony Marchi

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town football club are saddened to learn the passing of former manager Tony Marchi. Tony was born in London, of Italian father and English mother, Was…

PREVIEW – Carlsile(A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

NTFC 125 – Plaque

To mark the 125th birthday of Northampton Town Football Club, Chairman Kelvin Thomas unveiled a plaque at the Jekyll & Hyde pub on the Wellingborough Road in Northampton on Wednesday.…

NTFC 125 – Walter Tull

Walter Tull Story Tull 100

NTFC 125 – Tommy Fowler

We take a look at the club’s top appearance maker on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Jack English

We take a look at the club’s top goalscorer on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Peter Gleasure

We take a look at the club’s record holder for the most clean sheets on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Josh Tomlinson

We take a look at the club’s youngest appearance holder on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Cliff Holton

We take a look at the club’s holder for scoring the most goals in a season on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Dave Bowen

We take a look at the one that took us to the top on the club’s 125th birthday.

NTFC 125 – Happy Birthday Cobblers!

The Story of the Football Club Stadiums Records

Legends return for 125

There will be plenty going on, with the highlight being a half-time introduction and lap of honour for around 15 to 20 playing legends of the club, representing teams from…

PREVIEW – Tranmere (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

PREVIEW – Walsall (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Ryan Nolan

Full name Ryan Patrick Nolan Date of birth 17 February 1999 Place of birth Clare, Republic of Ireland Position Centre back Years Team Apps (Gls) 2019–2020 Arezzo 8 (0) 2020…

PREVIEW – Colchester United (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

PREVIEW – Port Vale (A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

PREVIEW – Newport County (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Played for both – Newport

Ben Tozer Utility player Ben Tozer originally signed for the Cobblers on loan from Newcastle United, making his debut in the League Cup win over Liverpool in 2010. He signed…

PREVIEW – Walsall (A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

PREVIEW – Barrow (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Louis Appéré

Full name Louis George P. Appéré Date of birth 26 March 1999 (age 22) Place of birth Perth, Scotland Position Forward League Scottish Cup League Cup Other Season Leauge Apps…

Berlyly Lubala

#DeadlineDay signing the Cobblers confirm the signing of attacker Beryly Lubala on loan from Blackpool until the end of the season.

Played for both – Barrow

We look at some of the players that have played for both the Cobblers and Barrow. Jacob Blyth Blyth began his career at his local non-league side Nuneaton Griff, where…

On this Day – 30th January

1998 – the Cobblers 1 Wigan 1 – Division 3 The last game of the first month of the new year saw Wigan Athletic as the visitors to the County…

PREVIEW – Salford (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

Joshua Eppiah

Full name Joshua Felix Okpoda Eppiah Date of birth 11 October 1998 (age 23) Place of birth Belgium Position(s) Forward Years Team Apps (Gls) 2020– Leicester City 0 (0) 2020–2021…

Played For Both: Salford City

We take a closer look at some of those who have played for both the Cobblers and the Ammies ahead of Saturday’s match Jordon Turnbull Jordan Turnbull signed a two-year…

Idris Kanu

The Cobblers have signed attacker Idris Kanu on loan from Peterborough United for the rest of the season.

2009 – The Cobblers 5 Crewe

Billy Clarke fired a hat-trick on his debut as Northampton romped to a 5-1 victory over Crewe. Billy Clarke fired a hat-trick on his debut as Northampton romped to their…

PREVIEW – Sutton United (A)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

New Signing – Tyler Magloire

Northampton Town have signed Blackburn Rovers defender Tyler Magloire on loan for the rest of the season.

January Transfer Window 21/22

All the ins and outs at the Cobblers and ex-Cobblers. Click on the tweet for more information and the player’s records. (Sign In or create a free account is required)…

Sutton United – Played for both

We look at a select few that have played for both the Cobblers and Sutton Ricky Korboa (Featured Image) Korboa, who can play out wide or as a central striker,…

🚗 Away Day Guide: Sutton United

For our first ever visit to Gander Green Lane, here is a helpful guide for those travelling. Stadium Name: VBS Community Stadium Capacity: 5,032 Year Opened: 1912 Record Attendance: 14,000…

PREVIEW – Forest Green Rovers (H)

📰 ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ❓Who are they? ⏪Last Time Out ⚽Last Time We Met 🔢Head to Head 👤Match Officials & More ⬇️ So much to read in our ᴍᴀᴛᴄʜ ᴘʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ make…

2004 – Rotherham 1-2 Northampton

Northampton booked a money-spinning fourth-round FA Cup tie with Manchester United after coming from behind for a deserved win at Rotherham. Paul Hurst put Rotherham ahead when he clipped a…

Chanka Zimba

Northampton Town have signed striker Chanka Zimba on loan from Cardiff City for the rest of the season. Name Chanka Zimba Born 29 December 2001 Position Centre-Forward Joined 6th Jan…

🎄Christmas Countdown – December 7

Counting down the days till Christmas this year we will be digging through the archives at some of the many Goals scored by the Cobblers and picking out a few…

PREVIEW – Exeter (A)

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

🎄Christmas Countdown – December 6

Counting down the days till Christmas this year we will be digging through the archives at some of the many Goals scored by the Cobblers and picking out a few…

🎄 Christmas Countdown – December 3rd

Counting down the days till Christmas this year we will be digging through the archives at some of the many Goals scored by the Cobblers and picking out a few…

🎄 Christmas Countdown- December 2

Counting down the days till Christmas this year we will be digging through the archives at some of the many Goals scored by the Cobblers and picking out a few…

Christmas Countdown – December 1

Counting down the days till Christmas this year we will be digging through the archives at some of the many Goals scored by the Cobblers and picking out a few…

PREVIEW – Leyton Orient (H)

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

PREVIEW – Oldham

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

PREVIEW -Cambridge (FA Cup Replay)

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

Ron Flowers MBE

Everyone at Northampton Town Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Cobblers player/manager Ron Flowers MBE. Ron was awarded an MBE in the 2021 New…

FRED WALDEN

Ahead of Remembrance Day, we are taking a look at former Northampton Town players who served in the military during the First or Second World War… Legend has it that…

Harry Springthorpe

Ahead of Remembrance Day, we are taking a look at former Northampton Town players who served in the military during the First or Second World War… Harry Springthorpe was one…

FA CUP SECOND ROUND DRAW

The winners of the Emirates FA Cup first round replay between Cambridge United and Northampton Town will face a home tie against either Bradford City or Exeter City in the…

George Huntley Badenoch

Ahead of Remembrance Day, we are taking a look at former Northampton Town players who served in the military during the First or Second World War… The Scottish international John…

PREVIEW -Cambridge (FA Cup)

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

2018 – Northampton 2 Fulham u21 0

The group stage of the Checkatrade Trophy came to a conclusion at the PTS Academy Stadium on Tuesday night with the Cobblers knowing a win by two or more goals…

2016 – Northampton Town v Harrow Borough

Cobblers: Adam Smith, Brendan Moloney, David Buchanan, Zander Diamond, Gabriel Zakuani, Jak McCourt (sub John-Joe O’Toole 47), Matt Taylor, Paul Anderson (sub Alfie Potter 81), Sam Hoskins, JJ Hooper, Marc…

VOTE FOR OUR 125TH SEASON HOME KIT!

Northampton Town are asking supporters to vote for their choice for the club’s 125th anniversary season home kit. 2022/23 will be the club’s 125th season, and working with the supporters…

A look back at our first best-ever start in the FA Cup

As our FA Cup campaign draws to a start we look at the first time the Cobblers reached the Fifth round in 1934. Down below are listed the five games…

Referee Watch – Martin Coy

The County Durham-based official will travel to the Sixfields Stadium for his 11th game of the season to take charge of the Cobblers first round FA Cup tie v league…

ɴᴇᴡ ʏᴏᴜɴɢᴇꜱᴛ ᴘʟᴀʏᴇʀ

Josh Tomlinson becomes the Club’s youngest ever player overtaking Ivan Toney. 15-year old centre-back Josh Tomlinson became the youngest player ever to represent Northampton Town as boss Jon Brady named…

Referee Watch – Christopher Pollard

The Bury St Edmunds-based official will continue his second campaign as an EFL referee. The current campaign is Pollard’s second in the EFL following his promotion to the National List…

Stat debrief – Carlisle United

A game that I missed created many stats. So I’ve collated them all together for this little debrief of stats after yesterday’s fantastic win over Carlisle. Paul Lewis scored the…

2017 – Northampton 1 Blackpool 0

KY BET LEAGUE 1 Saturday October 28th, 2.00pm Sixfields NORTHAMPTON TOWN 1Sam Hoskins 20 BLACKPOOL 0 Attendance: 5,213 (371 away supporters) Cobblers: Matt Ingram, Shaun McWilliams, David Buchanan, Ash Taylor,…

PREVIEW -Tranmere

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

PREVIEW -Stevenage

The Cobblers take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium in match day 19 of the 2021/22 season. Here's all you need to know ahead of the match. - Cobblers Past.

FA Cup Round One Draw

The draw for the first round proper of the Emirates FA Cup will take place on Sunday. The draw will be broadcast live on ITV and Northampton Town are ball…

PREVIEW – Mansfield

Founded: 1897 Nicknames: The Stags Honours: Fourth Division (1974/75), Third Division (1976/77), EFL Trophy (1986/87) Home Kit: SURRIDGE SPORTS Yellow shirt with blue chevroned shirt, blue shorts and yellow socks.…

PREVIEW – Hartlepool (A)

Founded: 1881 Nicknames: The Pool, The Monkey Hangers Home Kit: O’NEILLS Blue and white stripes, blue shorts, blue socks Away Kit: O’NEILLS Red and black stripes, black shorts, black socks…

PREVIEW – Sutton United

Sutton United FC was formed on 5 March 1898 when a meeting of two leading local clubs, Sutton Association and Sutton Guild Rovers, decided that they should join forces. The…

2012 Burton Albion 3 Northampton 3

Northampton rescued a point in a thrilling draw against Burton. Calvin Zola’s shot put the hosts in front and Kelvin Langmead turned Billy Kee’s cross in to his own net…

PREVIEW – Salford City

Founded: 1940 (as Salford Central) Nickname: The Ammies Honours: National League North (2017/18), National League Play-Offs (2018/19), Papa John’s Trophy (2020*) *Due to COVID-19, the 2020 Final was played 13,…

2016 – Northampton 1 Manchester United 3

Manchester United rolled into town as the Cobblers took on Jose Mourinho’s side in the third round of the EFL Cup. Having beaten higher league opposition in Barnsley and West…

PREVIEW – Swindon Town

Founded: 1897 Nickname: The Robins Honours: League Cup Winners 1969, Third Division Champions 1995-96 The team turned professional in 1894 and joined the Southern League which was founded in the…

PREVIEW – Newport County

Following the sad demise of Newport County in February 1989, a new club, Newport AFC, was created by a group of County supporters three months later. The intention was to…

PREVIEW – Forest Green Rovers

Forest Green Rovers Football Club is a professional football club based in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, England. The team competes in League Two, the fourth tier of English football, and have played…

PREVIEW – Scunthopre

Founded: 1899 Nickname: The Ion Honours: Football League Trophy Runners-up: 2009 Scunthorpe the town did not develop until around the 1880’s, when the steel industry began growing. The population of…

Dominic Revan

Name Dominic Revan Born 19 September 2000 Position Central Defender Joined 31st August 2021 Debut 5/10/21 – H Walsall 1-1 Season Club Lgue Pos FA Cup Signed Apps GlS 2019…

PREVIEW – Crawley Town

rawley Town FC was formed in 1896 and played their formative years in the West Sussex and Mid Sussex Leagues at a variety of grounds in and around the town.…

PREVIEW – AFC Wimbledon

Year Founded: 2002 Nickname: The Dons, The Wombles Major Honours: League Two Play-off winners : 2015–16 As so often in the Wimbledon story, it all came down to a penalty…

2016 – The Cobblers 2 West Brom 2

League One Northampton Town came from behind to beat Premier League side West Bromwich Albion on penalties in the EFL Cup second round. Zander Diamond put the Cobblers ahead when…

PREVIEW – Rochdale

Founded: 1907 Nickname: The Dale Honours: Football League Third Division North: Runners–up: 1923–24, 1926–27 The present Rochdale AFC was formed following a public meeting convened by Mr. Harvey Rigg and…

OTD 2018-Northampton 2 Cambridge 2

Kevin van Veen put the home side ahead on two separate occasions in the second half but both times the visitors fought back to snatch a point. The first half…

Cobblers could make it the best start in 30 years.

Jon Brady’s side has won all three of their first games. With that 1-0 opening day win at Sixfields against Port Vale thanks to Benny Ashley Seals goal but an…

Kion Etete

Name Kion Etete Born 28-Nov-2001 (Derby) Position Forward Joined 2nd August 2021 Debut Season Club Lgue Pos FA Cup Signed Apps GlS 2018 – 2019 Notts County 23rd (Lgue 2)…

Aaron McGowan

Northampton Town have signed defender Aaron McGowan on a 2 year contract. Name Aaron McGowan Born 24 July 1996 (Liverpool) Position Rightback Joined 12th July 2021 Debut Season Club Lgue…

Jonny Maxted

Northampton Town have signed former Exeter City goalkeeper Jonny Maxted on a one year contract with effect from July 1st. Name Jonathan James Maxted Born 26 October 1993 Position Goalkeeper…

Jon Guthrie

Northampton Town have signed central defender Jon Guthrie on a 2 year contract following his departure from Livingston. Name Jonathan Neil Guthrie Born 29 July 1992 Position Defender Joined July…

Carabo Cup Round One – Coventry

The Cobblers will face Coventry City at the Rico Arena In the first round of the Carabo Cup 2021/22. This will be our first meeting with Coventry since 2017 when…

A look back at Boxing Day Fixtures

We take a look back the Cobblers Boxing Day fixtures. 2019/20 – Crawley 4 Northampton 0 After the match got the go-ahead following two pitch inspections, Crawley started on the…

A look at the Cobblers Opening games.

We look back on our last five opening day fixtures in the Leauge. This season will see Port Vale be our first game of the season. What do you think…

Cobblers Fixture List

The Northampton Town 2021/22 fixtures have been released and can be seen here! The Cobblers will start the 2021/22 Sky Bet League 2 season with a visit from Port Vale.…

Jordan Flores

Northampton Town have signed midfielder Jordan Flores on a season long loan from Hull City. Name Jordan Michael Flores Born 04-Oct-1995 Position Midfielder Joined July 1st 2021 Debut Season Club…

Liam Roberts

Northampton Town have signed goalkeeper Liam Roberts in a transfer from Walsall. Name Liam Joseph Roberts Born 24-Nov-1994 Position Goalkeeper Joined July 1st 2021 Debut Season Club Lgue Pos FA…

Carabao Cup Draw

The Carabao Cup Round One draw will take place live on Sky Sports at 3.40pm on Thursday 24th June. A total of 35 fixtures will be drawn for Round One,…

Papa John’s Trophy – Group D

Northampton Town have been drawn with Forest Green Rovers and Walsall in Group D of the Southern area draw for the Papa John’s Trophy. Thursday’s draw saw Brighton & Hove…

Cheltenham Town 0 Northampton Town 3

Northampton Town produced a pulsating fightback to overturn a two-goal deficit from the first leg and stun Cheltenham Town to reach the League Two play-off final. Seemingly with it all…

Sky Bet League Two Season 2021/22

Barrow AFCAfter a 48-year absence from the EFL, the Bluebirds returned in-style as they managed to secure their league status under caretaker manager Rob Kelly. At the end of the…

Summer Signings

Summer Signing Number 1 - Nicke Kabamba Read profile here Summer Signing Number 2 - Mitch Pinnock Read profile here Summer Signing Number 3 - Paul Lewis Read profile here…

Dylan Connolly

Northampton Town have signed Dylan Connolly on a 2 year deal effective from July 1st after the Dublin born winger rejected a new contract at SPL side St Mirren. Name…

Paul Lewis

Northampton Town have signed midfielder Paul Lewis from Tranmere Rovers on a 2 year contract with effect from July 1st. Name Paul James Lewis Born 17 December 1994 Position Central…

Mitch Pinnock

Northampton Town have signed winger Mitch Pinnock on a 2 year contract with effect from July 1st after Pinnock turned down the offer of a new contract with Kilmarnock. Name…

Nicke Kabamba

Northampton Town have signed striker Nicke Kabamba on a 2 year deal after he left Kilmarnock. Name Nicke Kabamba Born 1st February 1993 Position Forward Joined June 2nd 2021 Debut…

NEW CONTACT- Scott Pollock

Midfielder Scott Pollock has signed a new contract to stay with Northampton Town. The 20 year old who has come through the club’s Football & Education programme and academy has…

In memory of Lee Collins

The former clubs of Lee Collins have launched a Crowdfunder UK campaign to support the family of Lee following his tragic passing in April. This is an appeal that Northampton…

2016 Portsmouth 1 The Cobblers 2

League Two champions Northampton Town won their final game of the season against play-off contenders Portsmouth. The Cobblers took the lead when Nicky Adams crossed in for Jack Whatmough to…

2008- Sunderland 2 The Cobblers 2 (aet)

Sunderland survived a major scare before beating Northampton on penalties to reach the Carling Cup fourth round. Colin Larkin’s low finish put the Cobblers ahead after 20 minutes and Luke…

2013 – Cheltenham 0 The Cobblers 1

Luke Guttridge’s spectacular volley booked Northampton Town a spot in the League Two play-off final. Cobblers goalkeeper Lee Nicholls saved Marlon Pack’s 15th-minute penalty after Ben Tozer was adjudged to…

2019 – Oldham 2 The Cobblers 5

Northampton ended the season in style as they came from behind to earn a crushing victory at mid-table rivals Oldham. Andy Williams scored a brace for the Cobblers, who recorded…

2014 – The Cobblers 3 Oxford 1

BBC Sports take on the great escape back in 2014. Chris Wilder led Northampton Town to victory over his former club Oxford United to complete their remarkable escape from League…

Remembering Flash

On the 3rd of May 2009, the Cobblers top appearance maker passed away . Tommy may never have played for Northampton Town had he not been wounded on active service…

PREVIEW – Gillingham (A)

Founded: 1893 Nicknames: The Gills Honours: Division 4 (1963/64), League 2 (2012/13) Home Kit: MACRON Blue shirt with white trim, blue shorts and socks Away Kit: MACRON Red shirt with…

#OnThisDay in 2012 Hereford 0 The Cobblers 0

Northampton fought out a goalless draw against struggling Hereford at Edgar Street to secure their League Two safety. It took a goal-line clearance from skipper Clarke Carlisle to hold on…

PREVIEW – Peterborough (A)

Peterborough United formed in 1934 and joined the Midland League. Having won the Midland League title for five consecutive seasons from 1955–56, they were elected into the Football League in…

PREVIEW – Hull City (A)

Year Founded: 1904 Nickname: The Tigers Major Honours: FA Cup: Runners-up: 2014 Third Division: Champions: 1965/66 Hull City was founded in 1904, playing friendly games at The Boulevard (the home…

Played for Both – Hull City

Steve Terry Steve the son of an England Amateur International, spent nine seasons as a full time professional at Watford helping them into division one and winning an F.A. cup…

Our last visit to the KCOM

10th April 2004 – Hull City 2 Cobblers 3 On this day in 2004 the Cobblers travelled to the K.C Stadium to face Hull City in front of a 18,017…

Lee Collins

Northampton Town Football Club are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former defender Lee Collins. 32 year old Lee made 86 appearances for the club between February 2013…

Played for Both – Shrewsbury

Ivan Toney Toney made his way through the Cobblers academy in 2012 making over 50 appearances scoring 11 goals before being sold to Newcastle where he went out on loan…

PREVIEW – AFC Wimbledon (A)

Year Founded: 2002 Nickname: The Dons, The Wombles Major Honours: League Two Play-off winners : 2015–16 As so often in the Wimbledon story, it all came down to a penalty…

Last 6 meetings with AFC Wimbledon

2020 – The Cobblers 2 AFC Wimbledon 2 A flying start saw the Dons take the lead after just 20 seconds when Cian Bolger lost possession just outside the penalty…

Played for both – AFC Wimbledon

Adebayo Akinfenwa On 18 January 2008 Akinfenwa signed a deal with the Cobblers until the end of the 2007-2008season. He made his debut against Swindon Town, where he came off…

#OnThisDay The Cobblers 3 Swindon 4

Last 6 Meetings with Oxford

Ahead of Tuesday nights game v Oxford we have a look at the past 6 matches between the two clubs. 15/12/20 – Oxford 4 The Cobblers 0 Both sides wore…

Played for Both – Oxford United

Ahead of Tuesday nights game v Oxford we have a look at a selection of players that have played for both clubs. Ricky Holmes On 2 January 2015, Holmes joined…

#OnThisDay Morecambe 1 The Cobblers 1

Northampton picked up an important point in their fight for safety as they battled to a 1-1 draw with Morecambe at the Globe Arena. The Cobblers looked set for a…

PREVIEW – Crewe Alexandra (H)

Year Founded: 1877 Nickname: The Railwaymen Honours: Football League Trophy: 2012-13 Crewe Alexandra were founded in 1877, as they look to create a separate organisation to Crewe Cricket Club. They…

Last 6️⃣ meetings with Crewe

12/12/20 – Crewe 2 Cobblers 1 The home faithful saw the Alex get off to the worst possible start as they were caught out by a quick free-kick from which…

Played for Both – Crewe Alexandra

Vadaine Oliver Oliver signed for Crewe in June 2013 on a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee from Lincoln City. He made his debut as an 89th minute substitute in…

#OnThisDay Northampton 4 Swansea 2

Northampton maintained their late charge for the play-offs with a fine victory over leaders Swansea. Poul Hubertz put the hosts ahead from close range before Alan Tate turned Daniel Jones’s…

RON NEWMAN

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are deeply saddened to learn the passing of former player Ron Newman last month. Ron Newman made his debut for the Cobblers eighteen…

Sam Hoskins 300 senior career appearances.

On Saturday in the 0-0 draw with Doncaster Rovers, Sam Hoskins made his 300th Senior appearance. Hoskins started his footballing career at Southampton in 2005 however never made a senior…

OnThisDay The Cobblers 3 Cambridge 0

A Saturday afternoon game at the County Ground in Dickson four. The Cobblers saw a small crows of 5,352. The game saw the Cobblers make 2 changes from the side…

PREVIEW – Doncaster (A)

Founded: 1879 Nickname: Donny/Rovers Stadium: Keepmoat Stadium (15,239 capacity) Honours: League One Champions 2012-13. Play-Off Winners: 2007-08 Division Three (North) Champions 1934-35, 1946-47, 1949-50. Runners-up (not promoted): 1937-38, 1938-39. In…

Last 3️⃣ meetings Doncaster

Ahead of Saturday visit to Doncaster we look at our last there meetings. 05/12/20 – The Cobblers 0 Doncaster 2 The Cobblers had a mountain to climb following Shaun McWilliams’…

Played for both – Doncaster

Ahead of Saturdays game v Doncaster we look at some of the players who have played for both. Stuart Robertson Stuart joined Doncaster from Nottingham Forest where he signed when…

#OnThisDay Northampton 3 Nottingham Forest 3

A Saturday afternoon game in Division one in 1966 at the county ground saw Nottingham Forest the visitors. The game saw a county ground crowd of 18,670. The Cobblers side…

#OnThisDay in 2014 Exeter 0 Northampton 1

Northampton closed the gap on Exeter to just three points at the bottom of League Two courtesy of a 1-0 win at St James Park.Substitute Ian Morris scored the only…

COBBLERS IN MANAGEMENT

It seems that Northampton Town players do not take the route to management as regularly as some players do. Going back to the dark ages few ex-Cobblers went into the…

Ray Warburton joins the legends at work.

Another Cobblers legend joins Jon Brady’s coaching staff, Wembley winning skipper Ray Warburton joins on a voluntary basis. The popular former defender, who captained the Cobblers to victory in the…

#OnThisDay – Chris Wilder was named the Sky Bet League 2 Manager of the Month for February

Northampton Town manager Chris Wilder has been named the Sky Bet League 2 Manager of the Month for February, a second successive Sky Bet Manager of the Month award for…

Looking Back 1987/88 – Part Four

Cobblers Soccerline, a new telephone information service for Northampton supporters, was launched on December 1. An updated daily message of news, views and interviews from the County Ground became available…

OnThisDay March 10

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Storylines Charlton

✅✅✅ The Cobblers are looking to get the third win back to back. After 2 back to back wins at the PTS Academy stadium. After a 2-0 win over Plymouth…

OnThisDay Northampton 2 Accrington 0

Both goals came in the first half at Sixfields, where Chris Hackett broke the deadlock with his sixth goal of the campaign before Roy O’Donovan put Northampton firmly in control.…

LAST 5️⃣ MEETINGS CHARLTON

24/11/20 – The Cobblers 0 Charlton 2 Substitute Darren Pratley broke the deadlock shortly after half-time and then Jack Sowerby’s own goal confirmed a fourth defeat in five League One…

PREVIEW – Charlton (A)

Founded: 1905 Nickname: the Addicks Honours: FA Cup Winners 1947, 1999/00 Division One – champions 2011/12 League One – champions It all began close to the River Thames in East…

Played for both – Charlton

Ahead of Tuesdays game v Charlton we look at some players that have played for Both Charlton and The Cobblers. Mark Marshall (Header Image) In June 2017, Marshall signed a…

#OnThisDay Northampton 1 Swindon 0

Andy King almost comes to blows with Northampton caretaker manager Martin Wilkinson, as his side goes down to the relegation threatened Cobblers.

#OnThisDay Bristol Rovers 0 Northampton 2

Saturday 7th March saw the Cobblers visit the Memorial Ground to face Bristol Rovers in Division 2. This was the Cobbler’s first game at the Memorial ground, which ended in…

#OnThisDay Last Game before the world went crazy

Northampton Town 1 vs Mansfield Town 2 Sky Bet League Two. 3:00pm, Saturday 7th March 2020. PTS Academy Stadium Attendance5,666. Forward Sam Hoskins was sent off for Cobblers after just…

On This Day – 6th March

In Todays match day program we look at things that have happened on this day. View todays match program here. 1897 – Northampton Town Football club was born. Northampton Town…

PREVIEW – Portsmouth (H)

Founded: 1898 Nickname: Pompey Honours: Football League First Division (first tier) Champions: 1948/49, 1949/50 Football League First Division (second tier) Champions: 2002/03 Football League Third Division (third tier) Champions: 1923/24,…

Last 6️⃣ meetings with Portsmouth

Ahead of Saturdays game we look at the last six meetings between the two clubs. 27/10/20 Portsmouth 4 The Cobblers 0 Ronan Curtis and Marcus Harness were also on target…

Special 125 anniversary kit

We are delighted that the club have worked with hummel to create a special 125 year anniversary kit. The shirt will have season ticket holders for this season (if applied)…

Played For Both – Portsmouth

Ahead of Saturdays game we look at some of the players that have played for both the Cobblers and Portsmouth. Matt Taylor Matt joined Portsmouth from Luton Town in 2002.…

#OnThisDay The Cobblers 2 Leeds 1

Saturday March 5th 1966 saw Leeds United the visitors to the County Ground which saw a crowd of 21,548. The Cobblers side saw 1 change from the side that beat…

REWIND – The Cobblers 1 Portsmouth 0 2015

A solitary first-half goal from Ricky Holmes earned in-form Northampton a 1-0 victory over his former club Portsmouth. Holmes broke the deadlock in the 25th minute when the former Pompey…

GIVEAWAY – Dave Bowen Book

To celebrate World Book Day 2021, Cobblers Past is giving away a copy of the Dave Bowen Book to one lucky Cobblers fan. Here’s what you need to do. Follow…

Brady and Co to the end of the season

Chairman Kelvin Thomas has confirmed that Jon Brady will continue as caretaker manager of the Cobblers until the end of the season. The Chairman, was says he has been impressed…

#OnThisDay Carlisle United 2 The Cobblers 1

A Saturday afternoon trip to Brunton Park in Division 3. The Cobblers side saw 3 changes from the Side that beat Lincoln 3-1 a week prior. Burns returns at Harmon’s…

Lloyd Jones 100th Career appearances

Lloyd Jones made his 100th career appearance on Tuesday night in the Cobblers 2-0 win over Plymouth Argle. Lloyd has played for 7 clubs in those 100 appearances. He made…

Shaun McWilliams 100 Cobblers Appearances.

McWilliams made his 100th Cobblers appearance v Plymouth on Tuesday night. (2nd March 2021) Cobblers Past takes a look back at his time with the Cobblers so far. Shaun has…

Alex Jones

Northampton Town have signed striker Alex Jones on a contract to the end of the season. Name Alex Jones Born 28 September 1994 Position Forward Joined March 02 2021 Debut…

PREVIEW – Plymouth (H)

Founded: 1866 Nickname: The Pilgrims Honours: Second Division Champions (tier 3) 1929–30, 1951–52, 1958–59, 2003–04 The club was founded in 1886 as Argyle Football Club, the first match taking place…

Last 6️⃣ with Plymouth

17/10/20 – Plymouth 2 The Cobblers 1 Watts volleyed in George Cooper’s corner from the right at the far post to clinch victory. Powerhouse striker Frank Nouble opened the scoring…

Played for both – Plymouth

Ahead of Tuesday nights game v Plymouth, we look at players that have played for both the Cobblers and Plymouth. How many can you remember? Adrian Mark Burrows Adrian joined…

#OnThisDay Northampton 2 Grimsby 1

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PREVIEW – Swindon (A)

Founded: 1897 Nickname: The Robins Honours: League Cup Winners 1969, Third Division Champions 1995-96 The team turned professional in 1894 and joined the Southern League which was founded in the…

Storylines -Swindon

Goals ⚽️ This weekends game is looking like to have many goals in as There is a 53% chance of both teams to score. 45% of Swindon’s last 20 home…

Played for Both – Swindon

Ahead of Saturday afternoons game v Swindon, we look at some (of the many) players that have played for both the Cobblers and Swindon. Alan Mayes His goal scoring talent…

Last 6️⃣ meetings with Swindon

20/10/20 – The Cobblers 2 Swindon 1 Christopher Missilou and Danny Rose scored their first goals for the club as the hosts led 2-0 at half-time and they just about…

⏮Rewind – Northampton 1 Swindon 0

A solitary strike from Paul Harsley gave Northampton a narrow win over Swindon – their first victory at Sixfields since November. Swindon squandered several first-half chances, with Lee Harper twice…

PREVIEW – Rochdale (H)

Founded: 1907 Nickname: The Dale Honours: Football League Third Division North: Runners–up: 1923–24, 1926–27 The present Rochdale AFC was formed following a public meeting convened by Mr. Harvey Rigg and…

Rewind – Northampton 3 Rochdale 1

Northampton climbed back into the League Two play-off places with a hard fought 3-1 victory at home to Rochdale on Saturday. Rochdale started well at Sixfields, with Andrew Tutte forcing…

Storylines – Rochdale

Ahead of Rochdale visit to the PTS Academy stadium, We look at some of the storylines surrounding the game. Time for a win? The Cobbles haven’t come a way with…

Played for Both – Rochdale

Ahead of Tuesday nights game v Rochdale, we look at players that have played for both the Cobblers and Rochdale. How many can you remember? Joe Bunny Joe signed for…

#OnThisDay Northampton 3 York City 0

Goals at the start of each half from Chris Hackett and Brendon Moloney put Northampton on their way to a 3-0 victory over York. Northampton made a bright start with…

PREVIEW – MK Dons (A)

Founded: 2004 Nickname: The Dons Honours:League One Runners-up (2014/15) League Two Champions (2007/08) Promotion (2018/19) EFL Trophy Winners (2007/08) MK Dons, formed in 2004 from the ashes of Wimbledon FC,…

#OnThisDay in 1999 Oldham 0 Northampton 1

A Saturday afternoon trip to Boundary Park which saw a crowd of 4,752. The Cobblers side saw 3 changes from the 1-0 loss to Gillingham a week before with Rain,…

REWIND – Northampton 1 MK Dons 0

Jake Robinson’s wonder goal was enough for Northampton to see off MK Dons 1-0 in the first round of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy. The winner arrived in the 11th minute…

Storylines – MK Dons

Ahead of Saturdays visit to Stadium:MK we look at the storylines leading up to the game. First win at Stadium:MK Saturdays Visit will be the Cobblers 10th visit to Stadium:MK.…

#OnThisDay in 2002 Northampton 2 Peterborough 1

A rare nene derby win at Sixfields for Kevan Broadhurst’s Cobblers side. A Tuesday night at Sixfields Stadium with an attendance of 6,082 who saw the Cobblers beat Peterborough 2-1…

Played for Both – MK Dons

Ahead of Saturday nights game v MK Dons, we look at players that have played for both the Cobblers and MK Dons. How many can you remember? Nathan Abbey Nathan…

👞Looking Back 1987/88 – Part 3

Martin Singleton joined the club from West Bromwich Albion, and the £57,500 transfer topped the club record of £55,000 paid for Culpin. Singleton made his debut at Fulham in a…

#OnThisDay Huddersfield 1 Northampton 2

On the the week Dick Underwood brought the Cobblers from Derek Banks, they traveled to Leeds Road to play Huddersfield in Division 3. The boys were looking to carry on…

#OnThisDay Northampton 1 Torquay 0

A Friday nights under the Sixfeilds lights on February 17th 2006 a league two game which attracted a crowd of 5,636. A game which saw Keeper lee harper have a…

#OnThisDay Northampton 1 Gillingham 1

A Friday night game down at Sixfields in February and the visitors Gillingham. The Cobblers side had two changes to the side that lost 1-0 to Port vale earlier in…

PREVIEW – Ipswich

Founded: 1878 Nickname: The Tractor men Honours: Division One Winners 1961/62 FA Cup Winners 1977-78 UEFA Cup winners 1980-81 Ipswich Town were formed as an amateur club in 1878, but…

⏮ Rewind Ipswich 1 Northampton 2

Northampton pulled off another cup upset as they knocked out Ipswich at Portman Road. The Championship side took the lead when Jay Emmanuel-Thomas fired in from a tight angle. But…

Storylines – Ipswich

First time in 10 years Tuesday nights game is the first time the Clubs have met since 2011 when the Cobblers beat Ipswich 2-1 at Portman Road in the Carling…

Played for both – Ipswich

Ahead of the Tuesday nights meeting between the Cobblers and Ipswich. We look back at some of the players that have played for both the Cobblers and Ipswich. How many…

GALLERY – Alan Woan

Yesterday Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are saddened to learn the passing of former Cobbler Alan Woan. Alan Woan started his career with New Brighton whilst working as…

#OnThisDay – John Joe O’Toole Day

Northampton’s battling 10 men rescued a 1-1 draw at Mansfield when Marc Richards put away a penalty late in stoppage time. The Cobblers lost John-Joe O’Toole to a straight red…

On This Day – 13th February

2016 – (A) Leyton Orient (L2) 4-0 All the goals came in the second half after a scrappy opening period in which defences were on top. The deadlock was broken…

Alan Woan – 1931 – 2021

Cobblers Past and Northampton Town Football Club are saddened to learn the passing of former Cobbler Alan Woan. Alan Woan started his career with New Brighton whilst working as a…

PREVIEW – Burton (H)

Founded: 1950 Nickname: The Brewers Honours: League two Winners:2015-15 Burton Albion were formed in 1950 and initially joined the Birmingham & District League, before switching to the Southern League eight…

⏮ REWIND – Northampton 1 Burton 0

A solitary goal from John Marquis earned relegation-threatened Northampton three precious points in their 1-0 win over Burton. The Cobblers’ first home win in six games leaves them level on…

Storylines: Burton

As we build-up to the weekends game against Burton at the PTS Academy Stadium, we look at the storylines leading up to it… Legends in charge After Tuesday’s defeat to…

🕰 #OnThisDay – February 11

1899 – The Cobblers beat the Grenadier Guards 10-1 in a friendly. Everard Lawrence and Matthew Cipstone both scored four goals apiece. 1950 – The Cobblers set a new attendance…

👞 Jon Brady, Ian Sampson & Marc Richards

With Keith Curle being released from his duties at Northampton Town on Wednesday, Under 18s coach Jon Brady has been placed in caretaker charge, to be assisted by Ian Sampson…

Thank You Keith & Colin

Cobblers Past would like to thank Keith and Colin for there time and work at Northampton Town. Keith came to Northampton in October 2018 with the Cobblers struggling in League…

#OnThisDay AFC Wimbledon 1 Northampton 3

Daniel Powell’s second-half goal sealed three vital points as Northampton claimed a 3-1 victory on the road over fellow League One strugglers AFC Wimbledon. This was the Cobblers’ fourth win…

PREVIEW – Wigan (H)

Founded: 1932 Nickname: The Latics Honours: FA Cup 2012-13 League One Winners: 2002–03, 2015–16, 2017–18 When Wigan Athletic started its activity in 1932, which is relatively late for an English…

#OnThisDay Northampton 3 Rochdale 1

Northampton climbed back into the League Two play-off places with a hard fought 3-1 victory at home to Rochdale on Saturday. Rochdale started well at Sixfields, with Andrew Tutte forcing…

Storylines – Wigan

As we build-up to Tuesday nights game v Wigan at PTS Academy Stadium, we look at some storylines leading up to the game… Six pointer The Cobblers a looking to…

Played for Both – Wigan

Ahead of the Tuesday nights meeting between the Cobblers and Wigan. We look back at some of the players that have played for both the Cobblers and Wigan. How many…

#OnThisDay Northampton 2 Manchester United 8

“I don’t really class myself as a footballer,” he said afterwards. “I call myself an entertainer. I know a lot of people have paid to see me do something spectacular…

PREVIEW – Accrington (A)

Year Founded: 1968 Nickname: Accy or Stanley Major Honours: EFL League Two:Winners: 2017–18 Conference National:Winners: 2005–06 The current club was formed in 1968, two years after the collapse of the…

#OnThisDay Manger & Player of the month awards

On This day in 2016, Northampton Town winger Ricky Holmes has been named the Sky Bet League 2 Player of the Month for January. His recent return from injury has…

Storylines- Accrington

As we build-up to the weekends game against Accrington at the Wham Stadium, we look at the storylines leading up to it… Putting things right Earlier this season Accrington’s visit…

Played for Both – Accrington

Ahead of the weekends meeting between the Cobblers and Accrington. We look back at some of the players that have played for both the Cobblers and Accrington. How many do…

#WorldCancerDay

On this World Cancer day we remember Frank who passed away form his long battle with cancer. Frank had Stomach Cancer and passed away in March 2019 after his long…

PREVIEW – Blackpool (A)

Year Founded: 1887 Nickname: The Tangerines Major Honours: Division Two Winners: 1929-30 FA Cup Winners: 1953 Anglo-Italian CupWinners: 1971 What started as a church club was known as Victoria FC…

January Transfer Window 2021

An article Cobblers Past do every Window where we look back on all the action involving the Cobblers, this season saw Keith Curle do most of his action early. Before…

👞Looking Back 1987/88 – Part Two

Paul Culpin checked in at the County Ground in a £55,000 deal from Coventry City and pledged to score “20 goals by the end of the season”. Culpin, like Richard…

#OnThisDay Cheltenham 1 Northampton 1

Matty Blair’s second-half strike helped earn League Two basement boys Northampton a 1-1 draw for new boss Chris Wilder at Cheltenham. The new Cobblers boss could not asked for a…

PREVIEW – Wigan (H)

Founded: 1932 Nickname: The Latics Honours: FA Cup 2012-13 League One Winners: 2002–03, 2015–16, 2017–18 When Wigan Athletic started its activity in 1932, which is relatively late for an English…

#OnThisDay Northampton 3 Coventry 0

Keshi Anderson’s second-half hat-trick earned Northampton Town a much-needed League One victory over 10-man Coventry City. The game was held up several times through flares being thrown on to the…

Syd Russell – The Cruellest Of Breaks

By any stretch of the imagination, Syd Russell was never more than a modest and unspectacular lower league footballer. Whatever his limitations, he was nevertheless a versatile and reliable defender,…