League Two leaders Walsall prepare to host Northampton at the Bescot Stadium this Tuesday night in a crucial EFL Trophy encounter.
Both the Saddlers and the Cobblers were victorious in their first group game in this competition, meaning victory on Tuesday night will secure a spot in the knockout stage.
Read our Walsall vs Northampton preview below, but remember to also check our other EFL Trophy predictions.
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Walsall vs Northampton prediction: Both teams in great form
Key statistics
- Walsall have won seven of their last eight matches across all competitions.
- Northampton have only lost one of their last seven across all competitions.
- Two of the previous three head-to-head encounters ended in draws.
Correct score prediction: Walsall 2-1 Northampton
Walsall are not only in the midst of an eight-match unbeaten run, but they have also upped their attacking game in recent weeks, scoring nine goals across their last three encounters.
Northampton, who compete in a division above, are also in good form. The Cobblers have kept six clean sheets from their last seven games, which indicates a close game on Tuesday.
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*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Most recent head-to-head: History of tight games
Last time these two teams met was in February 2023 as they played out a forgettable goalless draw. Interestingly, that was the second draw in three previous encounters.
Walsall were the last winners in this fixture, picking up a 1-0 success back in October 2022. Northampton, on the other hand, last picked up a win over the Saddles back in February 2022.
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Walsall preview: Couple of injury worries
There are a couple of noteworthy injuries for the hosts. Walsall defender Mason Hancock, for instance, has been out of action since mid-August after picking up a knee injury. Harry Williams has missed the entire season so far due to an Achilles tendon problem.
Predicted lineup: Roberts (GK), Weir, Flint, Burke, Harper, Lakin, Warrington, Finnigan, Barrett, Kanu & Pressley
Last five fixtures
- 04.10.25 – Walsall 2-1 Bristol Rovers
- 27.09.25 – Accrington 1-3 Walsall
- 20.09.25 – Walsall 4-2 Tranmere
- 13.09.25 – Fleetwood 1-1 Walsall
- 06.09.25 – Walsall 1-0 Chesterfield
Northampton preview: Cobblers dealing with long-term injuries
Northampton have missed midfielder Liam Shaw since February, with the 24-year-old still recovering from a knee injury. Defender Jon Guthrie has also struggled with the same injury, last featuring in a competitive game all the way back in January.
Predicted lineup: Fitzsimons (GK), Thorniley, Forbes, McCarthy, Guinness-Walker, Taylor, Campbell, Hoskins, Fornah, Wheatley & McGeehan
Last five fixtures
- 04.10.25 – Port Vale 0-0 Northampton
- 27.09.25 – Northampton 2-0 Bolton
- 23.09.25 – Northampton 3-0 Chelsea U21
- 20.09.25 – Wycombe 2-0 Northampton
- 13.09.25 – Northampton 1-0 Blackpool
Player to watch: Aaron Pressley
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Striker Aaron Pressley has been in tremendous form, scoring three goals across his last two appearances – including a brace against Bristol Rovers last Saturday. If he plays on Tuesday, he could certainly cause Northampton's defence a world of problems.