Skipper Charlie Goode says the Cobblers players are keen to up their performance levels and get on the front foot when they travel to Brackley Town for their latest pre-season friendly on Tuesday night (ko 7.45pm).
John Fleck's 88th minute goal ensured Chris Wilder's return to Sixfields ended in victory and promotion.
Sharp by name, Sharp by nature - and Cobblers boss Rob Page says his team will do all they can to stifle the attacking threat of Sheffield United's top scorer at Bramall Lane on Saturday (ko 1pm).
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