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5. Romoney Crichlow-Noble - 5
Will have to adapt quickly to the National League after failing to cut out the cross for Sutton’s first and giving possession away cheaply in the build-up to their second goal. Improved slightly as the game went on and was an outlet going forward. Photo: Martin Swinney
6. Fraser Kerr - 6
Looked overly cautious at times as Sutton's two early goals took it out of the Pools back-line. Photo: Mark Fletcher
7. Gus Mafuta - 7
Pools' stand-out performer. Played some neat forward passes, looked calm on the ball and generally powered his way through the game and remained solid when switched to right-back following Richardson's injury. Photo: Mark Fletcher
8. Liam Noble - 6
Always looking to get on the ball and tried to control the game best he could but guilty of trying too much at times as several clips forward went wayward. Photo: Mark Fletcher