MillersMad Match Thread. Millers v Northampton Town

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We're off to the Sixfields Stadium on Saturday for a 2pm kick off, home of the Cobblers. Let's meet our hosts.

The Boss
Kevin Nolan. Probably better known as a player than a manager right now, his only previous appointment as manager was with Notts County. Since then he coached under David Moyes at West Ham for 4 years, before having a very brief stint in the England U20 set-up. He was appointed Northampton boss on 23/12/2024.

Player(s) to watch
Tyrese Fornah is a midfielder who will be looking to pull the strings for Northampton on Saturday. The 26 year old Sierra Leone international is a former Paul Warne signing and helped Derby win promotion from L1. He played central midfield during his time with Derby but the Cobblers seem to be utilising him in a more advanced role.

Cameron McGeehan is another player to watch. I thought he caused us a few problems when we played them last season. He is joint top scorer with 2 goals.

They played for both clubs
Shaun McWilliams, Matt Crooks, Alex Revell and Tom Eaves. Michael Smith and Peter Kioso both had loan spells with Northampton.

Last 3 Games
Walsall 0 v 1 Northampton (EFL Trophy)
Port Vale 0 v 0 Northampton (L1)
Northampton 2 v 0 Bolton (L1)

Latest Odds
Northampton Win (21/20)
Draw (11/5)
Rotherham Win (5/2)

Recent Meetings

(01/04/2025)
L1 Northampton 0 v 2 Rotherham
Mpanzu, Nombe.

(14/12/2024)
L1 Rotherham 3 v 0 Northampton
Clarke-Harris x2
Green

Summary
There's no doubt that we've got the better of Northampton in recent times. However they're looking like a different proposition this season. Kevin Nolan seems to have really tightened up their defence and they have only conceded 2 goals in their last 8 games in all competitions. They have conceded the joint fewest goals in the league (8). Ironically they've scored the joint fewest (7).

Their last 3 results (above) suggest a team in form. A home win against Bolton and a draw away from home at an improving Port Vale, are good results. An away win at Walsall in the cup is also a notable victory.

In terms of international call ups, Northampton and ourselves have suffered to a similar extent. Neither Ethan Wheatley (striker) or Michael Forbes (centre back) will be available for the Cobblers.

Enjoy the game everyone and UTM.