Pools came within a few seconds of securing a perfect Easter weekend but were denied back-to-back wins after Rodney, who scored four goals in 45 appearances in the North East, stole in to bag a last gasp leveller in the fifth and final minute of added time.
Pools led after Joe Grey’s acrobatic 65th minute opener but Rochdale, who had Grenadian striker Kairo Mitchell sent off following a strong challenge on Tom Parkes in the first half, snatched a point at the death after the visitors failed to make the most of a number of presentable opportunities to put the game to bed.
Boss Kevin Phillips was left seething after a succession of mistakes cost his side in the build-up to Dale’s equaliser, with Pools unnecessarily giving up possession down by the corner flag before failing to deal with a bouncing ball that allowed Rodney in on goal.
So, here’s a look at how the Pools players rated from a mixed Easter Monday afternoon in Greater Manchester.
13. Courtney Duffus: n/a
Probably wasn't too delighted, nor too surprised, to be back making another two minute cameo after dropping to the bench following a rare start on Friday. Photo: Mark Fletcher