Sixteen-year-old Josh Tomlinson broke Jimmy Benton’s record to become the club’s youngest ever scorer when heading in after just eight minutes, but missed chances came back to bite Town as goals from Zach Awe, Amario Cozier-Duberry and Nathan Butler-Oyedeji gave Arsenal all three points. Here are our player ratings from a promising display from Northampton’s young guns at Sixfields...
13. Dylan Hill
The U18s skipper was also shifted into various positions for his second-half cameo but never shied away from the battle wherever he played... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Ayo Lekuti
More valuable experience for the 18-year-old who made only his second senior appearance for the club... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Reuben Wyatt
Another 16-year-old to wear Cobblers claret after coming on for the final few minutes... N/A Photo: Pete Norton
16. Rico Duggan
Handed his debut late on, much to the delight of his own personal fan club in the stands.... N/A Photo: Pete Norton