It was a tough slog for both teams but a wave of relief and euphoria washed around Sixfields when O’Brien-Whitmarsh picked out the bottom corner with just three minutes to go. Here are our player ratings...
9. Sam Chambers
Difficult game in which to make your League Two debut. Struggled to get into the contest and make an impact, though wasn't for the lack of trying before coming off early in the second half. He'll be much better for the experience... 5.5 | Getty Images
10. Harvey Saunders
His run and shot, which brought a decent save from Wright inside five minutes, offered early promise but things fizzled out, both on an individual level and collectively. Lots of miles covered and no shortage of effort but little reward before making way... 6 | Getty Images
11. Nathan Opoku
He made runs and was up for the battle but neither had the support not service to thrive. The spaces between the front four were too big and that meant he became isolated and had to feed off scraps... 6 | Getty Images
12. Logan Briggs
The intent level went up with him on the pitch, even if what he tried didn't come off... 6 | Getty Images