Jamie Sterry’s first goal for Pools was enough to secure a 1-0 win at The Vic.
The match itself was far from a classic but the home side just about did enough to make it 18 wins from their last 20 on home turf – still comfortably the best home record in England at the moment.
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5. Neill Byrne - 6
Booked early on for a clumsy challenge but managed the game well from then on. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
6. Jamie Sterry - 8
His deliveries into the penalty area weren't quite as polished as they usually are but that doesn't matter when you can just go into the box and score yourself. A well taken first Pools goal helped the hosts secure the points. Photo: Mark Fletcher
7. Nicky Featherstone - 6
Not the most eye-catching display from the Pools skipper but kept things simple to allow the hosts a foothold in the game. Photo: Mark Fletcher
8. Mark Shelton - 7
Was a nuisance in midfield with several strong challenges and interceptions. Will have been frustrated not to score having been denied twice. Photo: Frank Reid