The League Two leaders eased to a 4-2 win at the Breyer Group Stadium with Pools enduring a tough afternoon defensively having scored twice themselves.
Euan Murray was punished in the opening minutes with George Moncur converting from the penalty spot as a result before Wes McDonald’s fine goal got Pools back into the game.
But Pools were undone again by a simple ball down the line as the impressive Charlie Kelman restored the O’s’ lead.
Paul Smyth added a third just after the restart before Pools were handed a lifeline from Josh Umerah’s penalty.
But it wasn’t enough for Pools to stage a comeback as the home side regained their two goal lead soon after through Ruel Sotiriou’s thumping finish.
And here is how Pools were rated on another difficult afternoon at the Breyer Group Stadium.
9. Mikael Ndjoji - 5
Not an easy debut. Put himself about a little bit but nothing too threatening. Did give Pools an added presence at times in the final third with numbers in the box. Went off injured. (Credit: Tom West | MI News) Photo: Tom West
10. Wes McDonald - 6
Excellent goal. Showed really good feet and composure to get Pools level in the game. (Credit: Tom West | MI News) Photo: Tom West
11. Josh Umerah - 6
Strange afternoon. Scored from the spot but should have had at least another when through on goal. Physicality helped Pools create a couple of chances in the first half. Booked for off the ball incident with Beckles. (Credit: Tom West | MI News) Photo: Tom West
12. Jack Hamilton - 6
Brought on from the bench on the hour. Did well to help get Pools up the pitch to win the penalty for 3-2. Probably his best showing so far. (Credit: Tom West | MI News) Photo: Tom West