Town weren’t given a sniff by anyone as Huddersfield, relegated from the Championship only a few months ago, chased a fourth win in five, but the visitors were fully deserving winners. Michal Helik’s nightmare own goal gifted Northampton the lead before calm finishes from Cameron McGeehan and Tariqe Fosu left home fans shell-shocked. Josh Koroma did pull one goal back but it was too little too late on a memorable day for the Cobblers. Here are our player ratings from West Yorkshire...
13. Patrick Brough
Came on to play left-back in a back five but spent most of his time on the pitch limping about up front due to injury. Brady had already used his three sub windows so he had to courageously battle on... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Liam McCarron
His speed and running makes him such a useful option in these situations... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Tyler Magloire
Another body in the box to help resist Huddersfield's late pressure... 7 Photo: Pete Norton