An Aaron Drinan hat-trick along with goals from Harry Smith and Tom James saw Orient secure a 5-0 victory at Brisbane Road as Pools’ recent turn in form came crashing back down to earth in brutal fashion.
673 Poolies made the journey to East London but went home disappointed as the side dropped to 10th in the League Two table, still level on points with the play-offs.
Scroll down and click through the pages to reveal the Pools player ratings…
9. Matty Daly - 4
Another who just couldn't impact the game when needed. Photo: FRANK REID 2020
10. Mark Cullen - 4
Had more offsides than shots. Starved of service after a couple of bright displays. Photo: HUFC
11. Luke Molyneux - 5
Was Pools biggest threat when the ball was at his feet. Unfortunately couldn't help the side find a breakthrough despite a bright start. Faded significantly as the game went on and Orient took control. Photo: Mark Fletcher
12. Mike Fondop - 4
On for Francis-Angol 49: Put himself about as Pools looked for a way back into the game but didn't have the desired impact. Photo: HUFC