Northampton welcomes Stockport County to Sixfields Stadium on March 4, 2025, for what promises to be a fascinating League One encounter. With Stockport County coming in as the clear favorites at 1.75 odds, Northampton faces an uphill battle, priced at 4.75 for a home win. A draw sits at 3.50, but is that the smartest bet? Let’s break it all down.

The bet of the day? Under 3.5 goals. NerdyTips' AI gives this pick a solid 7.2/10 trust level, and at 1.25 odds, it’s a safe play for those looking to build their bankroll. The reasoning is simple—both teams are expected to approach this match cautiously. Northampton’s attack has been inconsistent, and Stockport, despite their superiority, isn’t exactly a free-scoring side.

Looking at the 1x2 prediction, the AI leans toward an away win (trust level: 4.9/10, odds: 1.75). Stockport has the edge in squad value (€11.20m vs. Northampton’s €9.12m), and they’re expected to control 56% of possession. The predicted final score? 0-1, with a goalless first half.

The stats back up a low-scoring affair. In League One, only 24.4% of matches see over 3.5 goals, while 46.9% surpass 2.5 goals. With Northampton projected to take 9 shots (3 on target) and Stockport 13 shots (5 on target), we’re unlikely to witness a goal fest.

Discipline-wise, expect a clean game—each side is predicted to receive just one yellow card. As for corners, Northampton should win 3, while Stockport edges them with 5, for a total of 8.

Historically, Northampton edged Stockport 2-1 in their last meeting back in 2022. However, Stockport has improved since then, and with their superior squad depth, they should grind out a narrow victory.

Best bet: Under 3.5 goals (1.25 odds, 7.2/10 trust level)
Value bet: Stockport to win (1.75 odds, 4.9/10 trust level)

Expect a tactical battle with limited chances. If you’re looking for a safe bet, under 3.5 goals is the way to go. If you fancy a bit more risk, backing Stockport to win could pay off.