A late Paul Mullin penalty condemned Northampton Town to a 1-0 defeat against Rotherham United. The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute when goalkeeper Zach Jeacock was adjudged to have fouled Mullin, who converted from the spot.
Jeacock had kept his side level with two excellent first-half saves, denying Tavares and then Austerfield. The keeper said he "produced two excellent saves in the first half, denying Tavares and then Austerfield." Despite that strong opening period, the second half proved disappointing and a single lapse proved costly.
There was a moment of controversy around the penalty incident, with some observers believing the initial contact occurred just outside the area. Had a free-kick been awarded, Jeacock may have faced a red card. The result leaves Northampton 22nd in the League Two table with just six points from seven games, having lost their last two matches. Their recent form reads LLWDD, with just one win in their last five outings.
Attention now turns to a key away fixture against Port Vale this Saturday.
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