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York v Northampton Stats

Data last updated: Fri 06 Nov 2026, 07:34 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

York and Northampton face off in this FA Cup tie with both sides showing defensive resilience in recent matches. The fixture is expected to be a tactical battle, with neither team known for prolific scoring in this competition. York's home advantage may encourage cautious play, while Northampton's recent form suggests a focus on structured defense. The limited data on both sides points to a match where goals could be scarce, emphasizing the likelihood of a low-scoring encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Under 2.5 Goals

  • York and Northampton have a history of low-scoring matches, with an average of 2.11 goals in their last nine meetings.
  • Model projects a 55.1% chance for Under 2.5 Goals, indicating a moderate edge over the market of 1.91.
  • Player data shows key attackers like J. Malcolm have goal threat but overall team scoring rates suggest limited goal volume.
  • Both teams have limited recent form data, but defensive solidity is implied by low goal averages and cautious tactical setups.
  • The FA Cup context often encourages conservative play, especially in knockout rounds, supporting a low-scoring outcome.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Under 2.5 Goals with a 55.1% probability, slightly above the market's implied chance, suggesting a small . The historical average goals between York and Northampton is modest at 2.11 per match, reflecting a tendency for tight games. Player-level data highlights some attacking threats but not enough to expect a high-scoring game. The limited data samples for both teams increase uncertainty, but the FA Cup knockout nature and tactical caution reinforce the likelihood of fewer goals. This pick is a balanced choice with a moderate level.

Model Probability55.1% model chance vs 52.4% implied (+2.7 pts)
Positive
Historical Goals Average2.11 goals per match in last 9 meetings
Positive
Player Goal ThreatJ. Malcolm with 3 goals and 2.55 shots on target per 90
Neutral
Data QualityLimited data for both teams increases uncertainty
Neutral
Market Odds55.1% model chance vs 52.4% implied (+2.7 pts)
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

The Under 2.5 Goals selection fits the tactical and historical profile of this FA Cup clash. York and Northampton have shown defensive discipline, and the average goals in their encounters support a cautious game. The moderate model combined with the knockout stakes suggests a match where both sides prioritize defensive solidity over attacking risk.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match tactical and scoring profile

“This fixture's low scoring history and tactical caution make Under 2.5 Goals a sensible angle, especially given the FA Cup knockout pressure that often curtails open play.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

York and Northampton have a history of low-scoring matches, with an average of 2.11 goals in their last nine meetings.

Model projects a 55.1% chance for Under 2.5 Goals, indicating a moderate edge over the market of 1.91.

Player data shows key attackers like J. Malcolm have goal threat but overall team scoring rates suggest limited goal volume.

Both teams have limited recent form data, but defensive solidity is implied by low goal averages and cautious tactical setups.

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last nine meetings, the average goals per match is 2.11, with a relatively low frequency of Over 2.5 Goals outcomes.
  • This trend suggests a slower tempo and tighter defenses, consistent with the Under 2.5 Goals pick.
  • The FA Cup context often leads to conservative approaches, limiting goal-scoring opportunities.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

York

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No recent match sample is available for York yet.

Northampton

Last 50W 0D 0L
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No recent match sample is available for Northampton yet.

Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 82% · edge -5.8 pts
1.22
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Northampton Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
2.75
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.91
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York to WinBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.83
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York Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.42
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Northampton to WinBetMGM guide price · model 24%
4.2
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 26%
3.6
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Recent form data is limited for both teams, but the absence of high goal tallies in recent matches suggests a trend towards defensive solidity. This aligns with the model's preference for Under 2.5 Goals and the tactical caution expected in an FA Cup knockout setting, where avoiding mistakes is paramount.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

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Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · Model 55% vs implied 52% · edge +2.7 pts
1.91
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 54%
1.95
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.91
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.8
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.25
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 31%
3.25
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Historical data shows an average of 2.11 goals across nine meetings between York and Northampton, indicating a pattern of relatively low-scoring games. Both teams have moderate attacking threats but lack prolific scoring records, making BTTS less likely. The FA Cup context and tactical caution further support a low goal count scenario.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionNorthampton Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 42% vs implied 36% · edge +5.6 pts
2.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price
1.4
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.91
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York to WinBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.83
Check odds @ 1.83
BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.8
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York Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.42
Check odds @ 1.42
Northampton to WinBetMGM guide price · model 24%
4.2
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The 55.1% for Under 2.5 Goals sits against roughly 52.4% implied by the current price (+2.7 pts).
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

-York Over 2.5
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2.11H2H avg goals
Over the last nine meetings, the average goals per match is 2.11, with a relatively low frequency of Over 2.5 Goals outcomes. This trend suggests a slower tempo and tighter defenses, consistent with the Under 2.5 Goals pick. The FA Cup context often leads to conservative approaches, limiting goal-scoring opportunities.

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