Northern Division One
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 | 26 | 9 | 6 | 83:36 | +47 | 87 | |
| 2 | 41 | 26 | 7 | 8 | 81:41 | +40 | 85 | |
| 3 | 41 | 24 | 7 | 10 | 87:55 | +32 | 79 | |
| 4 | 41 | 22 | 11 | 8 | 74:44 | +30 | 77 | |
| 5 | 41 | 21 | 9 | 11 | 85:61 | +24 | 72 | |
| 6 | 41 | 20 | 11 | 10 | 67:48 | +19 | 71 | |
| 7 | 41 | 19 | 12 | 10 | 92:70 | +22 | 69 | |
| 8 | 41 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 55:51 | +4 | 60 | |
| 9 | 41 | 14 | 17 | 10 | 59:51 | +8 | 59 | |
| 10 | 41 | 16 | 10 | 15 | 74:66 | +8 | 58 | |
| 11 | 41 | 17 | 7 | 17 | 67:65 | +2 | 58 | |
| 12 | 41 | 15 | 10 | 16 | 59:64 | -5 | 55 | |
| 13 | 41 | 16 | 7 | 18 | 56:65 | -9 | 55 | |
| 14 | 41 | 15 | 7 | 19 | 44:60 | -16 | 52 | |
| 15 | 41 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 62:65 | -3 | 50 | |
| 16 | 41 | 12 | 10 | 19 | 60:76 | -16 | 46 | |
| 17 | 41 | 12 | 9 | 20 | 51:68 | -17 | 45 | |
| 18 | 41 | 12 | 7 | 22 | 56:79 | -23 | 43 | |
| 19 | 41 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 56:72 | -16 | 41 | |
| 20 | 41 | 8 | 8 | 25 | 40:91 | -51 | 32 | |
| 21 | 41 | 7 | 8 | 26 | 49:76 | -27 | 29 | |
| 22 | 41 | 7 | 6 | 28 | 33:86 | -53 | 27 |
The Northern Division One is a football league in England, hosting its 2025/26 season which started on 9 August 2025 and concludes on 25 April 2026. The competition features matches across the schedule, with Bury currently topping the table after 41 matchdays. With 681 fixtures already played and an average of 2.85 goals per game, the league delivers consistent on-field action as clubs battle for the title, promotion, and to avoid the drop.
The standings are led by Bury with 87 points from 41 games (26 wins, 9 draws, 6 losses), holding a two-point advantage over the chasing pack. Avro sit second on 85 points, keeping the title race tight. Stalybridge Celtic complete the top three with 79 points, having scored a competitive 87 goals. The race for the top spots remains alive: Runcorn Linnets (77 pts), Lower Breck (72 pts), Bootle (71 pts), and Vauxhall Motors (69 pts) are all pushing for higher finishes. The table reflects a league where consistency separates the top contenders from the rest.
Bury hold an estimated 60% chance of winning the title. Their position at 87 points with a sturdy goal difference (+47) and only six defeats underpins this favourite status. Avro are the main challengers with an estimated 30% chance, sitting just two points behind on 85 points and showing comparable form with 26 wins. Stalybridge Celtic have an outside shot at around 10% chance, lagging eight points off the summit; their attacking output (87 goals) is the best in the top seven, but the gap is considerable with limited matchdays remaining. The remaining fixtures will be decisive: Buryโs ability to close out tight games gives them the edge, while Avro must capitalise on any slip-up.
The 2025/26 Northern Division One campaign has seen 681 fixtures completed. The average goals per game stands at 2.85, indicating an entertaining, attacking style of play. Among the top seven, Vauxhall Motors top the scoring charts with 92 goals, followed closely by Stalybridge Celtic (87) and Lower Breck (85). On the defensive side, Bury have conceded only 36 goalsโthe fewest among the contenders. The most successful team in the competition's recent history is Widnes FC, who also won the title last season.
Predictions for Northern Division One matches are based on a detailed analysis of league standings, current form, goals statistics, and head-to-head trends. With an average of 2.85 goals per game, matches often provide scoring opportunities, and outcome probabilities reflect team strength as shown in the table. Factors like Bury's solid defence and Avro's consistency are weighted heavily when forecasting upcoming fixtures. While specific odds shift per matchday, the data-driven approach highlights favourites and high-value outcomes, helping bettors assess Northern Division One predictions with confidence as the season reaches its decisive phase.