Town resisted Burton’s fast start and grew into the contest before Leonard’s deflected strike and Pinnock's crisp finish put them in control. A terrific defensive display then blunted the hosts and earned a first clean sheet in nearly two months. Here are our player ratings from the Pirelli Stadium…
5. Patrick Brough
An afternoon for prioritising defensive work over attacking forays and he did his bit by winning headers and generally keeping things tight.... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Ben Fox
He's been deployed as the deepest midfielder since returning from injury and this was his best display in the role so far. Got stuck in, broke up play and protected the back four... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Will Hondermarck
His seventh successive start and he's improving with each game. His athleticism and power complements those around him and means Cobblers are always a threat in transition. Played a hybrid role between wing-back and central midfield in the second half and did it extremely well.... 8 Photo: Pete Norton
8. Marc Leonard
Running out of superlatives to describe his performances. He's a top end Championship player masquerading in League One. Even in such a frenetic, physical contest and on a difficult pitch he showed his class. So composed and technically a level above everyone else. Almost toyed with Burton at times. Also scored his fourth goal in six games, even if this one did owe a lot to luck. One of the best to ever wear the shirt... 9 CHRON STAR MAN Photo: Pete Norton