Jon Guthrie cancelled out Luke Harris’ first half opener but despite losing a man before half-time, Exeter went away with all three points courtesy of Will Aimson’s late winner. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields...
9. Mitch Pinnock
Found some good shooting positions but Exeter bodies always seemed to be in the way. Tried to drop deep and get on the ball to make things happen against 10 men but there was no way through... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
10. Kieron Bowie
Seemed the most likely man to find the net for much of the game. Missed a couple of half chances before a combination of bar, goalkeeper and defender somehow denied him late in the first half. Ball wouldn't sit for him in the second... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
11. Louis Appéré
He made some good runs but wasn't always found. Denied a certain goal when his shot was inadvertently blocked by a team-mate before half-time. Had very little space to operate in once Exeter dropped off... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
12. Sam Hoskins
Bit unlucky when his clearance hit Aimson and rebounded into the net but he should have played it safe and put the ball out for a corner... 6 Photo: Pete Norton