17th placed Crewe travel to 16th place Northampton with both sides knowing that a win could lift them as high as 11th in the league. Northampton’s form has been impressive in recent weeks with boss Stuart Gray putting distance between the Cobblers and the relegation zone.
Northampton Team News:
Mark Hughes and Kenny Deuchar could make their debuts for Northampton today having completed moves during the transfer window from Everton and Gretna respectively. However, Stuart Gray is without defenders Brett Johnson and Pedj Bojic.
Player to watch: Kenny Deuchar
The 6’4 forward was prolific during his time with Gretna. Having impressed in the Scottish Second and Third divisions, it will be interesting to see how the forward is able to cope with life in League One.
Crewe Team News:
Rodney Jack and Lee Matthews remain out for Crewe, though Ben Rix has made a mysterious recovery from a suspected Hernia and may take his place on the bench. New signing Danny Woodards isn’t expected to feature yet, though youngster Tom Pope may be handed a place on the bench.
Player to watch: Luke Varney
Crewe will be pleased that the transfer window is shut after Varney bagged his 20th of the season in the midweek draw with Doncaster
Match Facts & Stats
Crewe’s Top Scorer: Luke Varney – 20
Crewe’s Leading Assistsman: Varney + Vaughan – 6
Northampton’s Top Scorer: Andy Kirk – 5
Northampton’s Leading Assistsman: Jess + Hunt – 3
Crewe’s Recent Overall Form: WWLWLD
Crewe’s Recent Away Form: LDDWLW
Northampton’s Recent Overall Form: WDDWWL
Northampton’s Recent Home Form: LLWWWL
Ref Watch:
P Taylor
Match Prediction:
Northampton 2-1 Crewe