League position
Full tableLeague Two 2019-20 · 7 of 24
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  CheltenhamCheltenham Town | 36 | +25 | 64 |
| 5 |  ExeterExeter City | 37 | +10 | 65 |
| 6 |  Colchester UnitedColchester United | 37 | +15 | 58 |
| 7 | NorthamptonNorthampton Town | 37 | +14 | 58 |
| 8 |  Port ValePort Vale | 37 | +6 | 57 |
| 9 |  BradfordBradford City | 37 | +4 | 54 |
| 10 |  Forest GreenForest Green Rovers | 36 | +3 | 49 |
2019-20 results
All matches- WExeter City v Northampton Town · Promotion Play-offs - Final0–4
- WCheltenham Town v Northampton Town · Promotion Play-offs - Semi-finals · 2nd leg · Agg 2–30–3
- LNorthampton Town v Cheltenham Town · Promotion Play-offs - Semi-finals · 1st leg0–2
- LNorthampton Town v Mansfield Town · Regular Season - 371–2
- WGrimsby Town v Northampton Town · Regular Season - 360–3
- LCheltenham Town v Northampton Town · Regular Season - 292–1
Form
Home & awaySeason history
All seasonsLeague
| Season | Competition | Pos | Movement | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27now | League Two | 23 | 7 | |
| ⋯ 4 seasons ⋯ | ||||
| 2021-22 | League Two | 4 | 80 | |
| 2020-21 | League One | 22 | ↓ | 45 |
| 2019-20 | League Two | 7 | ↑ | 58 |
| 2018-19 | League Two | 15 | 61 | |
| 2017-18 | League One | 22 | ↓ | 47 |
Ground
- York City · LNER Community Stadium
- Fleetwood Town · Highbury Stadium
- Accrington Stanley · Wham Stadium
- Rochdale · Crown Oil Arena
- Grimsby Town · Blundell Park
- Oldham Athletic · Boundary Park
- Salford City · The Peninsula Stadium
- Rotherham United · AESSEAL New York Stadium
- Tranmere Rovers · Prenton Park
- Chesterfield · SMH Group Stadium
- Port Vale · Vale Park
- Shrewsbury Town · The Croud Meadow
- Walsall · Poundland Bescot Stadium
- Colchester United · JobServe Community Stadium
- Cheltenham Town · Completely-Suzuki Stadium
- Barnet · The Hive Stadium
- Newport County · Rodney Parade
- Swindon Town · The County Ground
- Bristol Rovers · Memorial Stadium
- Gillingham · Priestfield Stadium
- Crawley Town · Broadfield Stadium
- Exeter City · St James Park
Generated summary
Overview
Northampton Town Football Club, commonly referred to as the Cobblers, is a professional football club based in Northampton, East Midlands, England. Founded in 1897, the club competes in League One, currently situated at 23rd place in the 2025-26 season. Their home games are played at Sixfields Stadium.
History
Northampton Town was established in 1897 and has had a storied history in English football. The club has experienced varying degrees of success, particularly in the lower tiers of the English football league system, reflecting the fluctuating fortunes of a team that has undergone both promotions and relegations.
Achievements
The club's most notable achievement came during the 2015-16 season when they won the League Two title. This triumph marked a significant milestone in their history, highlighting their competitive spirit and ability to succeed in challenging environments.
Rivalries
Northampton Town has several regional rivalries, most notably with local clubs like Milton Keynes Dons and Peterborough United. These matches often draw significant interest from supporters, contributing to the local football culture and community engagement.
Generated by gpt-4o-mini · 1 Apr 2026 · from Almanac data
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