2023–24 Northampton Town F.C. season
126th season in existence of Northampton Town FC
The 2023–24 season was Northampton Town's 127th season in their history and the first season back in League One, after promotion the previous season. Alongside competing in League One, the club also participated in the FA Cup, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy. The season covered the period from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.
Players
As of 27 April 2024
Pre-season and friendlies
On 26 May, Northampton Town confirmed the squad would return to University of St Andrews in Scotland for a pre-season training camp. Six days later, the first friendly was confirmed, against Birmingham City. A second friendly was confirmed against Milton Keynes Dons. A third friendly was announced, as part of the clubs annual open day, against Leicester City. On 16 June, the Cobblers revealed a fourth friendly, against Brackley Town. A week later, a fifth fixture was added, against Kidderminster Harriers.
Competitions
Overall record
EFL League One
League table
Results summary
League position by match
Matches
Win
Draw
Loss
The 2023/24 league fixtures were announced on 22 June.
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