Match Report
Northampton Town defeated Shrewsbury Town 2-1 in the EFL Trophy, Southern Group Stage. Before the match, Northampton Town were 1st in the EFL Trophy table with Shrewsbury Town in 3rd. In 19 previous meetings (2009–2025), Northampton Town have won 7, Shrewsbury Town 7, with 5 draws. Northampton Town had scored 6 goals this season (2.0 per game), Shrewsbury Town had 5 (1.7 per game). Northampton Town's goals came from C. McCarthy (78'), Kamarai Swyer (29'); Shrewsbury Town scored through Tommy McDermott (37'). Match stats: possession 52%-48%, shots 7-12, on target 2-6, corners 10-4. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Northampton Town: C. McCarthy (78'), Kamarai Swyer (29') · Shrewsbury Town: Tommy McDermott (37')
Key stats
Possession: Northampton Town 52% · Shrewsbury Town 48% · Total shots: 7-12 · On target: 2-6 · Corners: 10-4