11th Nov. EFL Trophy---Northampton Town VS Shrewsbury Town Prediction
EFL Trophy - Northampton Town VS Shrewsbury Town
Match Time:12-11-2025 03:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
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Team Reviews
Northampton Town are entering this EFL Trophy Group E match at Sixfields Stadium on November 11, 2025, in a transitional phase, sitting 12th in League One with 15 points from 14 matches (4 wins, 3 draws, 7 losses). Their recent form includes a 1-1 draw against Peterborough United and a 2-0 EFL Trophy win over Burton Albion, scoring 3 goals and conceding 2 in the last five league games. They’ve scored 16 goals and conceded 20, averaging 1.1 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game. At home, Northampton are resilient, with 3 wins and 2 draws in 7 games, keeping 2 clean sheets. Coach Jon Brady’s 4-2-3-1 relies on Kion Etete’s finishing (4 goals) and Sam Hoskins’ creativity (3 assists). No major injuries are reported, but the team’s inconsistency (1 win in 5) is a concern. Northampton will aim to leverage their home advantage to secure a group win and advance after last season’s Round of 16 exit to Derby County.
Shrewsbury Town are in a dip, sitting 20th with 11 points from 13 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 8 losses). Their recent form shows one win and three losses in the last five league matches, with a 1-0 win over Lincoln City but a 2-0 loss to Barnsley. They’ve scored 12 goals and conceded 22, averaging 0.9 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per game. Away form is dismal, with 1 win in 7 road games (3 draws, 3 losses). Coach Paul Hurst’s 4-3-3 depends on Ryan Bowman’s finishing (3 goals) and Carl Winchester’s versatility. No major injuries are noted, but Shrewsbury’s defensive frailty (1.7 conceded per game) is a weakness. They’ll focus on defensive organization and counters, hoping to end a 4-game winless run.
Head to Head
Northampton Town and Shrewsbury Town have met 14 times in League One since 2014, with Northampton winning 5, Shrewsbury 5, and 4 draws, averaging 2.2 goals per game. Shrewsbury won the last two encounters, including a 2-1 victory in March 2024. At Sixfields, Northampton have won 3 of the last 5, with 1 draw. Both teams scored in 6 of the last 8 meetings. Northampton’s 1-1 Peterborough draw and Shrewsbury’s 1-0 Lincoln win suggest a tight, potentially low-scoring affair.
Prediction
Northampton’s home resilience (3 wins in 7) and Shrewsbury’s poor away form (1 win in 7) give the Cobblers a slight edge, but Shrewsbury’s head-to-head dominance (2 straight wins) keeps it close. Northampton’s attack (1.1 goals per game) should test Shrewsbury’s defense (1.7 conceded). I predict a 1-1 draw, with Etete or Hoskins scoring for Northampton and Bowman replying for Shrewsbury. Draw probability is around 30%, reflecting Northampton’s 1-1 Peterborough draw and Shrewsbury’s 1-0 Lincoln win. Expect balanced possession (around 50%) and corners (5-7 each), with both teams relying on set-pieces. The game will be cautious, with Northampton aiming for playoffs and Shrewsbury fighting relegation.
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