Hartlepool United player ratings from statement Sutton win

Hartlepool United made a winning start to life under Anthony Limbrick as they came from behind to beat in-form Sutton 2-1 in South London on Saturday. Limbrick, who became the 16th man to take charge of Pools on a permanent basis in the last decade after veteran Lennie Lawrence announced his decision to step down in the week, proved he was unafraid to take risks at Gander Green Lane as his side produced a positive, proactive and purposeful performance to win for the first time in five games. Pools went behind after Will Davies scored his 10th goal in 11 matches less than 60 seconds into the second half but the visitors turned the contest on its head thanks to Gary Madine's 7th goal in his last nine appearances as well as an own goal by unfortunate Us substitute Jack Taylor four minutes from time. It was the perfect start to yet another new era at Pools and a result that keeps their play-off hopes alive ahead of a run of three home games in seven days. Here's a look at how the players rated.

Here's how our Hartlepool United writer rated the Pools players as they made a winning start to life under head coach Anthony Limbrick on Saturday. Do you agree with his marks?

13. Sam Folarin: 6

Plenty of promising signs. Used his pace to latch onto a through ball and round goalkeeper Jack Sims, only for his effort to be cleared by a retreating Sutton defender. Went close with a header and although he was eventually flagged offside, was pleasing to see him attack the ball so well. Caused a few problems after he came on and looks to be regaining some sharpness. Photo: Hartlepool United Football Club

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14. Greg Sloggett: n/a

Was introduced as a late substitute to help Pools see the game out and sat in front of the back four to provide some much-needed protection. Photo: Frank Reid

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15. Jack Robinson: n/a

Made his Pools debut in the dying embers of the game. Under-hit one forward pass but managed a determined run up the touchline in added time. Photo: Hartlepool United Football Club

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