Here, our Hartlepool United writer Dom Scurr offers his player ratings after the controversial National League fixture. Scroll down and click through the pages to see how Craig Hignett's men fared in defeat:
5. Liam Noble - 6
Neat on the ball but didn’t have much chance to make a serious impact on the game as it was dominated by external forces. Photo: FRANK REID
6. Ryan Donaldson - 6
Worked hard throughout the game but finally let his frustrations with the referee get the better of him as he was shown a straight red card for dissent. Photo: Mark Fletcher
7. Gime Toure - 6
In and out of the game. A few clever runs and turns but rarely threatened until the second half as he was denied by the post and had a clear penalty turned down. Photo: Mark Fletcher
8. Nicke Kabamba - 6
Some very neat touches and hold-up play but his chances were limited. Photo: Martin Swinney