Jack Vale looks deflated after his mistake led to Cardiff's third goal. Pictures: Pete Norton

placeholder image — Jack Vale looks deflated after his mistake led to Cardiff's third goal. Pictures: Pete Norton

Northampton Town player ratings against Cardiff City

By James Heneghan

Published 26th Apr 2026, 10:20 GMT

Updated 26th Apr 2026, 10:25 GMT

Cobblers were crushed 5-1 by Cardiff City on Saturday.

The visitors were outclassed en route to a club record 10th straight defeat in all competitions. Here are our player ratings from South Wales...

13. Kyle McAdam

Tough ask to come on in a game like this but he didn't shirk the challenge. He was dragged centrally for the fourth goal though, leaving Tanner in loads of space... 5 Photo: Pete Norton

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14. Jake Evans

Fabulous touch and finish gave the away fans something to cheer on. It's not often that a sub is named star man but we're not exactly spoilt for choice here... 6 CHRON STAR MAN Photo: Pete Norton