Louis Appere's ninth-minute opener was the difference in a game of few chances. Here are our player ratings....
13. Terry Taylor
Dictated terms in the second half. Well-struck effort was beaten away by Hornby and then punched a good ball into Swyer to assist the winner... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
14. Tyrese Fornah
Helped Cobblers play with more control and purpose in the second half. Lovely bit of play to create the chance for Jacobs... 7 Photo: Pete Norton
15. Elliott List
Lasted only seven minutes due to another hamstring issue. He can't catch a break at the moment... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
16. Sam Hoskins
Remains on 99 Cobblers goals after seeing a fee-kick blocked and a header fly over. Clever dummy gave Jacobs a good chance... 6.5 Photo: Pete Norton
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