1997–98 Northampton Town F.C. season
| 1997–98 season | |
|---|---|
| Chairman | Barry Stonhill |
| Manager | Ian Atkins |
| Stadium | Sixfields Stadium |
| Division Two | 4th |
| Play-offs | Runners-up |
| FA Cup | Third round |
| Coca-Cola Cup | First round |
| Auto Windscreens Shield | Second round (s) |
| Top goalscorer | League: David Seal (12) All: David Seal (14) |
| Highest home attendance | 7,501 vs Bristol Rovers |
| Lowest home attendance | 2,631 vs Plymouth Argyle |
| Average home league attendance | 6,389 |
The 1997–98 season was Northampton Town's 101st season in their history and the first season back in the Second Division after promotion the previous season. Alongside competing in Division Two, the club also participated in the FA Cup, League Cup and Football League Trophy.