Northampton Town vs. Kettering Town

League Two clash at the PTS Academy Stadium

Northampton Town will host Kettering Town in a League Two match at the PTS Academy Stadium on Saturday, August 12.

The Cobblers are coming off a 2-1 victory over Mansfield Town in their last match, while Kettering Town lost 1-0 to Barrow.

Northampton Town are currently in 12th place in the League Two standings with 46 points from 33 matches, while Kettering Town are in 20th place with 33 points from 33 matches.

The Cobblers have a strong home record this season, winning seven of their last nine matches at the PTS Academy Stadium.

Kettering Town, on the other hand, have struggled on the road this season, winning just three of their last nine away matches.

Northampton Town are expected to field a strong team for the match, with Sam Hoskins, Ryan Watson, and Aaron McGowan all in contention to start.

Kettering Town are expected to be without several key players for the match, including Scott Flinders, Nathan Smith, and Joel Cooper.

The match is expected to be a close affair, with both teams evenly matched on paper.

However, Northampton Town's home advantage could give them the edge.