Jon Guthrie and Louis Appere scored either side of half-time as Town jumped back up to fourth and registered their 20th clean sheet in doing so. Here are our player ratings from Boundary Park...
5. Ali Koiki
Back in the starting line-up and he gave Cobblers presence and impetus on the left side. Almost scored a brilliant solo goal when denied by the strong wrists of Rogers... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Shaun McWilliams
Brought control, bite and an edge back to the Cobblers midfield on his return from injury. No-one else in the squad can replicate his tenacity and aggression out of possession and that becomes apparent when he doesn't play. Strong all-round display and did well to last the 90... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Jack Sowerby
Steady first-half followed by an excellent second. Was at the heart of so many transitions and counter-attacks, helping to spring Cobblers forward from deep positions.... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
8. Mitch Pinnock
Robbed of an assist when the linesman ruled Appere had strayed offside only five minutes in. That set the tone for a frustrating afternoon on an individual level as his final pass was often just a fraction out... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton