Miguel Ngwa and Jack Connor were both in action for AFC Rushden and Diamonds on Saturday.
The Northampton Town loanees both started as their side lost 2-1 away to Basford United in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central.
Ngwa came close twice in the first half, both chances coming after dangerous dribbles by the midfielder.
Forward Connor was substituted off in the 74th minute, whilst Ngwa was replaced with three minutes of normal time remaining.