Ryan Donaldson’s second half strike on his return to the starting line-up saw Pools snatch the points against a Bluebirds outfit who had very strong periods of pressure during the game that they failed to make count.
Following the match, Craig Hignett said: “I’m delighted, it was a tough game, Barrow are a good side so to come here and win with a clean sheet is no mean feat.”
Click through our gallery to see what ratings our Pools writer Dominic Scurr handed out following another impressive victory.
Click through our gallery to see what ratings our Pools writer Dominic Scurr handed out following another impressive victory.
9. Peter Kioso - 7
Was a good outlet down the right and put in a couple of dangerous balls which weren’t converted. Barrow were able to exploit a few gaps left behind the wing-back but couldn’t take full advantage. Photo: Mark Fletcher
10. Ryan Donaldson - 9
A true captain’s performance. Hartlepool’s biggest threat throughout the evening with some great touches and unselfish play which should have seen him get at least one assist. The deserved match winner. Photo: Mark Fletcher
11. Gime Toure - 7
Should have scored when teed up by Donaldson in the first half but showed some great hold up play after the break. A clever ball played the Hartlepool skipper through for the opening goal. Photo: Mark Fletcher
12. Nicke Kabamba (for Toure 78) - n/a
Showed some neat touches on his return from injury. Should have wrapped up the points in stoppage time. Photo: Ian Randall