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....
9. Joe O'Brien-Whitmarsh
The third member of the midfield trio that had the measure of Salford for an hour. Showed technical quality in tight spaces to create dangerous moments. Faded before being replaced... 7 | Getty Images
10. Owen Dale
Ran relentlessly at Salford, creating chances and taking several shots, one of which nearly squirmed through Norris shortly before the home side's equaliser. Has remarkable energy and stamina levels and never seems to stop running... 7.5 | Getty Images
11. Matty Warhurst
His work-rate out of possession and improving link-up play gave Cobblers something to play off at the top of the pitch, combining with Evans and Wormleighton to create chances. Went close with one near post flick and only a last-ditch challenge denied him a big chance in the first half... 7 | Getty Images
12. Elliott List
Often effective as an impact sub and was again here. Lively in the closing stages and almost set up a late winner when crossing for Evans... 6.5 | Getty Images