Town had 10 teenagers involved, including eight current academy players, and they turned things around after falling behind early on thanks to first half goals from Tyreece Simpson and Shaun McWilliams, but Chelsea hit back. The visitors also took an extra point after winning the penalty shoot-out. Here are our player ratings….
13. Neo Dobson
The lively 16-year-old nearly scored with his first touch after replacing Simpson during the second half as his shot deflected narrowly wide. Somehow his penalty spun back into the net after initially being saved... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Jacob Scott
Another run-out for the talented midfielder after making his debut earlier in the competition... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Matthew Ireland
The left-back was one of two 16-year-olds who finished the game for Cobblers... 6 Photo: Pete Norton