Here are 10 things we learned as Hartlepool United were dumped out of the FA Trophy following a penalty shootout defeat to cup specialists Tamworth. What did you make of the performance?
5. Anthony Mancini states his case with impressive performance
The Frenchman was his side's most impressive performer in midweek although it seems he still has some work to do to convince Lennie Lawrence. Mancini hit the post and combined with Dan Dodds in the lead up to Gary Madine's opening goal but the veteran boss felt he was "still lacking the final pass or cross". It was a bit of a surprise to see the 23-year-old line up on the right rather than in his favoured central role but he caught the eye with his driving runs and willingness to take on his man. The big challenge for Mancini will be to prove he can perform on a more consistent basis while also hoping to avoid the injuries that have plagued so much of his promising career. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Gary Madine scores again but still needs to do more
Gary Madine scored his second goal in two matches when he converted Dan Dodds' cross to fire Pools in front in the 69th minute. The frontman definitely looks much sharper since returning from injury and his movement in the box is impressive. However, he might have been disappointed with some of his general play and he will probably need to do more if he's to challenge Mani Dieseruvwe for his place in the side. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Pools punished after switching off defensively
For the most part, a much-changed Pools back line defended well and the home side dealt with Tom Tonks' trademark long throws impressively. However, Pools were denied a fifth successive home clean sheet after switching off late on and allowing Chris Wreh to score against his former side. In the end, that cost Pools and their miserable record in the FA Trophy continued. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Roshaun Mathurin continues to divide opinion
Crystal Palace loanee Roshaun Mathurin was handed a first start since the beginning of October and took up some promising positions in-behind the striker, forcing a sharp save from Jas Singh at the start of the second half. However, he continues to divide fans with supporters unsure whether or not he did enough to warrant consideration in future. Photo: Frank Reid