Northampton Town and Reading square off at Sixfields Stadium at 3:00 PM Jan 31, 2026, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the League 1.

Northampton Town are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Reading arrive with confidence, securing 4 wins from their last 5.

Historically, Reading lead the rivalry with 5 wins over Northampton Town's 1. 4 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Reading came out on top 0-1.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Northampton Town may hold the edge at Sixfields Stadium, but Reading's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.