In a game of few chances on a wind-swept afternoon, Kieron Bowie gave Town a first half lead before Ali Koiki scored a thrilling solo goal with the final kick. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields...
5. Akin Odimayo
He was a bit rusty at times - as to be expected on his first start in three months - but he atoned for any errors he did make and defended solidly before being replaced at half-time in a pre-placed substitution... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Ben Fox
Gritty and determined were the words used by Brady afterwards and the midfielder's performance contained both qualities as Cobblers largely controlled things, both in and out of possession... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Marc Leonard
The conditions were not conducive to a free-flowing, high-quality game of football so he had to roll up his sleeves and do a job alongside Fox in midfield. It was not pretty but it was effective. Nearly scored direct from a corner... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
8. Mitch Pinnock
His dangerous corner led to Bowie's vital opening goal and another teasing cross might have brought another... 7 Photo: Pete Norton