Neo Dobson and Martyn Waghorn netted for Town but the game was dominated by the more experienced Brewers. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields…
5. Matty Ireland
Delivered one excellent cross but it was a challenging night defensively. Akoto was too strong for him when levelling. Withdrawn at half-time... 5.5 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Samy Chouchane
Crossed superbly for Waghorn's goal. Released McCarron for a good chance too. But otherwise Burton bossed the game... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Will Hondermarck
Anticipated well to pounce on a wayward pass and instigate the early opener. One surging run led to another decent opportunity. On the back foot for most of the night though... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
8. Tyler Roberts
Only played the first half, during which he was surprisingly subdued... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
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