Posh had the better chances but hit the target with only one of their 17 shots and they succumbed to a killer blow in the final minute of normal time when Mitch Pinnock’s audacious volley beat Nicholas Bilokapic. Here are our player ratings from a famous Cobblers victory, their first over Peterborough in 17 years...
13. Will Hondermarck
Replaced the tiring Sowerby and gave Cobblers renewed vigour in the middle as they began to turn the tide... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Harvey Lintott
His first appearance of the season and he made a noticeable difference off the bench. Excellent pressing so nearly led to a goal... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Manny Monthé
One bit of tracking back was absolutely crucial to stop a counter-attack and keep Cobblers on the front foot not long before the winning goal... 7 Photo: Pete Norton