Northampton vs Barnsley Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

Northampton are up against Barnsley in the League One of England on April 28. The match kicks off at 18:45 UTC.

3 months after their last encounter in League One, the stage is set for another captivating encounter as Northampton and Barnsley prepare to meet again. In their last meeting, neither side could break the deadlock, ending in a 2-2 draw. Following a string of defeats to Doncaster Rovers, Luton, Wigan, Bradford, Mansfield Town, Stockport, Burton Albion and Wimbledon, Northampton face this match in need of a turnaround, marking fourteen games without a single win. They have a key fixture leading up to the match against Barnsley though, taking on Cardiff City in League One, a game that could impact their momentum heading into the match against Barnsley. Improving their defensive organization could unlock stronger results, given that their defensive frailties have been apparent as they have been conceding goals for thirteen consecutive matches now.

Barnsley are preparing for the match after a loss against Stevenage in the League One last Tuesday, leaving them without a victory in their last three outings. They face a key test leading up to their match against Northampton though, as they take on Luton in League One, and the result of this game could have a lasting impact on their mindset ahead of the Northampton game.

This League One clash shines a light on the players who have played crucial roles in creating and converting chances for Northampton and Barnsley in this campaign. Tom Eaves and Cameron McGeehan have been pivotal for Northampton’s attack, crafted under Colin Calderwood’s leadership, combining to deliver important goals and assists. Eaves leads Northampton’s scoring charts in League One this season with eight goals, while Campbell remains their top assist provider in the competition with four. Supporting them are Sam Hoskins, Ethan Wheatley and Nesta Guinness-Walker, who have also chipped in with important goals and assists, adding depth to Northampton’s attack.

Meanwhile, Barnsley’s offensive unit, under Conor Hourihane’s management, has leaned on Reyes Cleary and David McGoldrick, their main scorer, as they continue to drive the team’s attacking efforts forward. McGoldrick has already scored fifteen goals in League One this season, while Cleary remains their top assist provider in the competition with thirteen. Barnsley’s attacking depth is further showcased by Adam Phillips, Davis Keillor-Dunn and Luca Connell, who have each made valuable contributions this season.

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AI Prediction

Our system first delivers a pre-match prediction for Northampton–Barnsley, and then continues to track the action live, updating its forecast every minute as the game unfolds. Ahead of kick-off, the algorithm projects that Barnsley’s victory has the highest chance, at 46%, while a draw is at 32% and Northampton’s victory is at 22%.

Line-Ups

We are updating team formations and line-ups for Northampton - Barnsley in real time. The teams starting line-ups are yet to be announced.

In their last outing, Northampton lined up with Lee Burge, Nesta Guinness-Walker, Jon Guthrie, Max Dyche, Jack Burroughs, Michael Jacobs, Dean Campbell, Cameron McGeehan, Tyrese Fornah, Sam Hoskins and Tom Eaves.

Barnsley's lineup in their latest match featured Owen Goodman, Jack Shepherd, Eoghan O'Connell, Marc Roberts, Mael Durand de Gevigney, Luca Connell, Jonathan Bland, Reyes Cleary, Patrick Kelly, Scott Banks and Tom Bradshaw.

Stats

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Head-to-head

Over six meetings since August 2016, the teams have each had their moments. Northampton claimed victory once, Barnsley twice, while three matches ended level. The most recent match between them was on February 3, 2026, in the League One of England, ending in a 2-2 draw. Northampton have managed nine goals in these six matches, while Barnsley have scored ten in total. Overall, Barnsley hold a stronger head-to-head record against Northampton in recent meetings.

This season in League One, Northampton have recorded nine wins, eight draws, and 26 losses in 43 matches, scoring 36 goals, averaging 0.84 per match, while conceding 65, an average of 1.51 per match. This season in League One, Barnsley have recorded fourteen wins, fourteen draws, and fifteen losses in 43 matches, scoring 65 goals at an average of 1.51 per match and conceding 68 at a rate of 1.58 per match.

Recent Form

Northampton are in the middle of a nine-match losing streak, having lost to Doncaster Rovers, Luton, Wigan, Bradford, Mansfield Town, Stockport, Burton Albion and Wimbledon in their last nine matches, while Barnsley’s previous game resulted in a loss against Stevenage.. Overall, in their last twenty matches, Northampton have recorded three wins, fourteen losses, and three draws, while Barnsley have won four of their last twenty matches, losing seven and drawing nine.

Live Standings

As always, England League One's live standings are availble and updated in real time. Northampton occupy 24th spot with 35 points in 43 matches, while Barnsley are currently 13th in the table with 56 points from 43 matches.

Video Highlights

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