Northampton Town's player ratings from the EFL Trophy tie against Brighton U21s have been revealed, with Ross Fitzsimons struggling to keep a clean sheet. The Cobblers trailed 2-0 after just 15 minutes and struggled to establish a foothold in the game as Brighton dominated possession. ## What happened? Ross Fitzsimons faced three shots on target and all of them ended up in his net thanks to some clinical finishing. ## Why it matters for Northampton Town The Cobblers' struggles in the EFL Trophy tie against Brighton U21s highlight the team's defensive issues. ## What comes next? Northampton Town will look to bounce back from the defeat in their next match. With 39 goals scored and 74 conceded this season, the Cobblers are struggling to find consistency in their performances. They are currently 24th in League One, 35 points from the top, and 68 points behind leaders Lincoln. Ross Fitzsimons' struggles in the EFL Trophy tie against Brighton U21s are a concern for the team, and they will need to work on their defensive solidity to improve their chances of promotion.