Elliott Moore scored inside 90 seconds and Town were the better side for the first hour before Kalum Cesay earned Salford a point. Here are our player ratings, with one man enjoying his best game for the club....
5. Joe Wormleighton
His athleticism and engine were huge assets in this game as he was able to both contribute to attacks and also get back and help out defensively at key times, bringing balance to the side. Shot wide early in the second half and crossed for a Warhurst chance... 7.5 | Getty Images
6. James Maxwell
Kept Odoh quiet for the most part, bar one moment where he took his punishment and picked up a caution. Not as marauding as Wormleighton but involved in some link play down the left... 7 | Getty Images
7. Lee Evans
Good ball in to create the early goal and was the anchor as Cobblers controlled large parts of the game, particularly in a 15-minute spell at the start of the second half when they were completely dominant. Clever free-kick almost yielded a late winner... 7 | Getty Images
8. Connor Evans
His best game for the club without question. Outstanding performance in midfield. Won tackles, made interceptions, drove forward, and passed accurately and with purpose. Linked so many nice moves together and he's so adept at finding space between the lines. Won the early free-kick for Moore's goal. Nearly snatched victory with a header at the death too. ... 8 CHRON STAR MAN | Getty Images