But how did Pools players rate? Scroll down and click through the pages to find out.
1. Ben Killip - 5
Disappointed to concede three on his debut. Looked a bit nervous at times and twice misjudged bounces inside his penalty area. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Kenton Richardson - 6
A spirited display cut frustratingly short due to injury. Photo: Mark Fletcher
3. Michael Raynes - 5
Looked shaky at times and was beaten to the ball for Sutton’s opener. Photo: Dave Thompson
4. Fraser Kerr - 6
Looked overly cautious at times as Sutton's two early goals took it out of the Pools back-line. Photo: Frank Reid
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