John Askey is still searching for his first win in charge having earned two draws in his first two games as manager.
Askey’s side fought from 3-1 down against Walsall before seeing a one goal lead slip against Tranmere Rovers.
Now Hartlepool welcome promotion chasing Northampton to the Suit Direct Stadium.
And here is how we predict Pools to line-up against the Cobblers including whether Josh Umerah will return.

. Josh Umerah of Hartlepool United controls the ball during the Sky Bet League 2 match between AFC Wimbledon and Hartlepool United at Plough Lane, Wimbledon on Saturday 18th February 2023. (Photo: Federico Guerra Maranesi | MI News)
Josh Umerah has missed both of John Askey's games in charge so far at Hartlepool United. (Photo: Federico Guerra Maranesi | MI News) Photo: Federico Guerra Maranesi

. Jakub Stolarczyk
Stolarczyk has established himself as John Askey's No.1 goalkeeper since his arrival. (Photo: Chris Donnelly | MI News) Photo: Chris Donnelly

. Jamie Sterry
Sterry made his return from suspension against Tranmere Rovers. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News) Photo: Mark Fletcher

1. Jakub Stolarczyk
Stolarczyk has established himself as John Askey's No.1 goalkeeper since his arrival. (Photo: Chris Donnelly | MI News) Photo: Chris Donnelly

2. Jamie Sterry
Sterry made his return from suspension against Tranmere Rovers. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News) Photo: Mark Fletcher

3. Taylor Foran
The Arsenal loanee has started five successive games for Pools. (Photo: Michael Driver | MI News) Photo: Michael Driver

4. Euan Murray
Murray returned to the starting line-up for the first time since January against Tranmere Rovers. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News) Photo: Michael Driver