Town were quick out of the blocks and led through Hoskins’ fifth goal of the season before Appéré doubled their advantage before half-time. The hosts came under the cosh in a tense second half but Pinnock’s stoppage-time strike made the points safe. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields...
13. Aaron McGowan
Slotted in at right centre-back and the change of shape made it more difficult for Reading to find space... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Harvey Lintott
His freshness helped a tiring Cobblers side over the line... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Tyreece Simpson
Looked destined to score his first league goal but Button denied him in injury-time. Played a part in forcing the error for the third... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
16. Ben Fox
N/A Photo: Pete Norton