League Two leaders Salford held at home by Northampton

Kallum Cesay’s pinpoint finish ensured Salford extended their Sky Bet League Two unbeaten run to 12 games with a 1-1 draw with Northampton.

The league leaders fell behind in just the second minute when Elliott Moore fired a blistering shot into the top right corner after being teed up in the box by centre-back partner John Guthrie.

Adebola Oluwo’s looping header from a Luke Garbutt free-kick was touched on to the crossbar by Northampton goalkeeper Ross Fitzsimons as Salford threatened a 32nd-minute equaliser.

The hosts continued to press for an equaliser and deservedly drew level in the 64th minute when midfielder Kallum Cesay swept Daniel Udoh’s low centre into the bottom right corner.

Salford goalkeeper Will Norris comfortably caught Owen Dale’s tame effort from the edge of the box as the Cobblers rallied after conceding.

Connor Lemonheigh-Evans missed a chance to put Northampton ahead two minutes from time when he headed straight at Norris from close range.

Neither side could find a late winner as both teams shared the spoils at the AIG Stadium.