Cameron McGeehan was on target for Town but they fell short again. Here are our player ratings from Edgeley Park...
1. Lee Burge
Made some good saves to keep Cobblers in the game, particularly from Olaofe and Diamond in the second half... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
2. Elliott Moore
Unfortunate to see Stokes' shot hit his foot and deflect into the net. Rather sums it up at the moment. Tried to repel the home side but the chances and attacks kept coming as Stockport racked up 22 shots... 5.5 Photo: Pete Norton
3. Jon Guthrie
The skipper came straight back in after six weeks out and he was in at the deep end. Withstood Stockport's slick attackers for the best part of an hour after a bad start but eventually their quality told... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
4. Conor McCarthy
Started OK but looked to be struggling towards the end of the first half and he did not make it back out... 5.5 Photo: Pete Norton