Northampton Town vs Lincoln City Prediction & Preview
Introduction to the Match
Northampton Town is set to host Lincoln City at Sixfields Stadium on Saturday, January 18th, 2025, in the 27th round of the England League One. Both teams have been struggling to find consistency, with Northampton Town currently 18th in the league and Lincoln City sitting 12th.
Team Form and History
Historically, Lincoln City has a slight edge over Northampton Town, having won 3 out of their last 5 encounters, with Northampton Town securing 1 win and 1 draw. Their most recent meeting ended in a 2-1 victory for Lincoln City. In terms of recent form, Northampton Town has managed 2 wins, 5 losses, and 3 draws in their last 10 matches, while Lincoln City has secured 1 win, 5 losses, and 4 draws in the same period.
Goal Averages and Defensive Record
Both teams have scored an average of 0.6 goals per game in their last 10 matches. However, when it comes to conceding, Lincoln City has been more solid, letting in an average of 1 goal per game compared to Northampton Town's 2.1 goals per game. Northampton Town's tendency to concede goals, especially at home where they let in an average of 2 goals per game, is a significant factor to consider.
Over/Under 2.5 Analysis
Looking at the Over/Under 2.5 goals market, Northampton Town's matches have ended with an average of 2.7 total goals scored by all teams combined in the last 10 games, with 60% of their matches ending with Over 2.5 goals. Specifically, 66.67% of their home matches have ended with Over 2.5 goals. Lincoln City's away matches have also seen a significant percentage of Over 2.5 goals, with 60% of their matches ending with more than 2.5 goals.
Bet Analysis
Given the odds, Lincoln City is favored to win with odds of 1.95, followed by a draw at 3.4, and a home win for Northampton Town at 4. The odds of Over 2.5 goals are 2.25, while the odds of Under 2.5 goals are 1.61. Considering the recent form, goal averages, and historical data, the most likely outcome of this match seems to be a win for Lincoln City. However, the value of the Over 2.5 bet also seems appealing, given the potential payout and the tendency of both teams to be involved in matches with more than 2.5 goals, especially when Northampton Town plays at home.
Main Bet: Away @ 1.95 Alternative Bet: Over 2.5 @ 2.25
Note: Form & statistics are taken from their last 10 played games.
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