Wigan Athletic vs Northampton Town - League One Match
Betting Odds
1
1.90
52.4%
X
3.10
32.3%
2
4.20
23.8%
Match Details
Match Preview
Wigan Athletic vs Northampton Town Preview: League One Clash
Wigan Athletic will host Northampton Town at The DW Stadium on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 17:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting League One encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Wigan Athletic recent form shows 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 5 games.
Northampton Town have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 4 games while suffering 2 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
History favors Wigan Athletic in this fixture. In their last 9 meetings, the hosts have claimed 6 victories, with Northampton Town winning 1 and 2 ending in draws. This dominant record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.
Expected Tactics & Formations
Wigan Athletic are expected to line up in a 3-1-4-2 formation, while Northampton Town will likely deploy a 3-4-3 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
A. Chilowicz will be the referee for this fixture.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Wigan Athletic will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Northampton Town cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, August 2, 2025, 17:00 UTC
- Venue: The DW Stadium
- Competition: League One
- Wigan Athletic Position: 15th (30 pts)
- Northampton Town Position: 20th (29 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 9): Wigan Athletic 6W - 2D - 1W Northampton Town
- Referee: A. Chilowicz

