Ashley Fletcher and Niall Ennis struck either side of half-time and at no point did Town threaten a comeback. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields...
5. Sam Hoskins
Now third on the all-time list of appearance makers after walking out for the 413th time as a Cobbler, an outstanding achievement and has every chance of chasing down Sampson's 449. Sadly the performance and result did not befit the occasion and he was kept quiet bar one decent effort... 5.5 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Mitch Pinnock
Apter was too quick and slippery for him when creating Fletcher's goal. Caught a bit between attack and defence, neither able to offer a consistent threat nor keep things tight on the left. He's not often subbed before the hour mark but he was here... 5 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Ben Perry
Probably the best player in claret on the day. Full of running and buzzed about with his usual intensity. Got stuck in and won a few tackles... 6 CHRON STAR MAN Photo: Pete Norton
8. Terry Taylor
Another one who had an off day and slipped well below the high standards he's set for himself. Never really able to get a consistent foothold in midfield... 5 Photo: Pete Norton