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43 fan-tastic photos of Poolies supporting their side against Sutton.

43 fan-tastic photos of Poolies watching seven goal Sutton epic

Hartlepool United player ratings as Pools come from behind to edge Sutton in seven goal thriller.

Pools player ratings from Sutton thriller

Dieseruvwe became the first ever Pools player to come off the bench and score a hat-trick.

Dieseruvwe delighted with three points after hat-trick heroics

The under pressure Pools boss felt some of the "personal abuse" aimed towards him from the terraces went a step too far during his side's win over Sutton.

Sarll issues strong message after barrage of "personal abuse" in Sutton win

Sarll left Dieseruvwe on the bench for the second week running but the talismanic frontman scored a match-winning hat-trick after his introduction.

Sarll hails match-winner Mani D after Pools edge Sutton in seven goal thriller

Mani Dieseruvwe with the match ball after he inspired Hartlepool United's 4-3 victory over Sutton United with a second-half hat-trick. National League. Picture by FRANK REID

Mani D's hat-trick drags Pools back from the brink in remarkable win over Sutton

Pools haven't scored from a set-piece all season but Sarll insists he has been redoubling his efforts to end their drought.

Sarll doubling down on set-pieces in bid to end goalscoring drought

The 29-year-old is confident Pools will come good despite a difficult start to the new season.

Campbell confident under-performing Pools will come good

How Hartlepool United could line up ahead of the visit of in-form Sutton.

Predicted XI as Pools prepare to host play-off chasing Sutton

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Campbell, who helped Crawley win promotion to League One last season, has backed Pools legend Antony Sweeney to thrive in West Sussex after his appointment as first team coach.

Campbell backs Pools legend to thrive at Crawley

Hartlepool United attacker Adam Campbell has backed Pools legend Antony Sweeney to be a success at Crawley Town.

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Sass-Davies is set to partner skipper Luke Waterfall for the first time this season on Saturday after Tom Parkes was sidelined through suspension.

Sarll hails Sass-Davies as perfect replacement for suspended Tom Parkes

The diminutive forward has failed to score in any of his first 10 Pools games but is confident he's beginning to adapt to Darren Sarll's style.

Campbell admits it has taken him time to adapt at Pools

Freeman, who helped Sheffield United win promotion from League One to the Premier League, left Pools earlier in the week after his short-term deal expired.

Sarll satisfied with full-back options despite Freeman's departure

The Pools boss has endured a challenging start as he bids to mastermind a return to the Football League.

Sarll admits Hartlepool's Football League past adds extra pressure

Pools, who were thumped 3-0 at home by Rochdale last week, are still waiting for their first win at the Prestige Group Stadium this season.

Sarll stresses determination to win every game ahead of visit of in-form Sutton

The experienced defender departs following seven generally impressive performances for Pools.

Experienced defender leaves Pools

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Boro player ratings after Stoke win - including three 8s

Middlesbrough player ratings after their 2-0 win over Stoke City at the Riverside Stadium.

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Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Carrick slams refereeing call after Hume tackle and Sunderland loss

Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Boro player rating photos following Sunderland loss

Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

What Carrick said to Boro players after draw against Preston

Tommy Conway playing for Middlesbrough.

'Handful': Boro player rating after Preston draw

Carrick reacts to Boro's 'individual errors' after Portsmouth draw

Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Boro player ratings after Portsmouth draw - with two 7s and two 4s

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Boro prospect Conteh proud of Gateshead loan despite Wembley loss

Middlesbrough youngster Kamil Conteh has made a big impression since joining National League side Gateshead on loan earlier this season (photo Charles Waugh)

The ‘monster’ Boro youngster making a big impact on loan at Gateshead

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South Shields have signed Martin Smith.

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Sarll has made a series of changes to his side in recent weeks as he bids to mastermind a return to form.

What is Sarll's best available XI?

The midfielder, who made 42 appearances for Pools, has been released from hospital after collapsing at half time during Dundee's defeat to Aberdeen.

Former Pools midfielder released from hospital after half time collapse

Pools picked up just four points from eighteen available during a difficult September as the pressure started to mount on manager Darren Sarll.

Sarll confident Pools will come good despite miserable September

Pools are set to welcome National League North side Brackley Town in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round.

Pools land home draw in FA Cup

Sarll wants to see his side win the ball back higher up the pitch as he looks to help Pools end their goalscoring drought.

Sarll calls for patience as Pools bid to rediscover their goalscoring touch

The midfielder, who made 42 appearances for Pools, is in hospital after collapsing at half time during Dundee's defeat to Aberdeen.

Former Pools midfielder in hospital after collapsing in Dundee dressing room

The hardworking midfielder has been ruled out for at least three months following knee ligament and cartilage damage.

Hunter set to miss at least three months

Sarll made changes in forward areas for the trip to Forest Green but Pools failed to score for the fourth game in a row.

Sarll admits something "has to change" in front of goal for Pools

Hartlepool United manager Darren Sarll praised his players following their 1-0 defeat at Forest Green on Saturday.

Pools manager praises 'excellent players' after Forest Green defeat