2016–17 Northampton Town F.C. season
The 2016–17 season was Northampton Town's 120th season of existence and their first season back in League One after a seven-year absence. Along with competing in League One, the club participated in the FA Cup, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy. The season ran from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017. Competitions. League One. Matches. On 22 June 2016, the fixtures for the forthcoming season were announced. EFL Cup. On 22 June 2016, the first round draw was made with Northampton Town drawn away against Barnsley. On 10 August 2016, the second round  draw was made with Northampton Town drawn at home against West Bromwich Albion. On 24 August 2016, the third round draw was made with Northampton Town drawn at home against Manchester United. Checkatrade Trophy. On 27 July 2016, the group stage draw was made with Northampton Town drawn in a group with a West Ham United XI, Coventry City and Wycombe Wanderers.