A hat-trick for Alan Massey and another for Danilo Orsi saw the visitors end Pools’ 13 game unbeaten run at Victoria Park as a sublime Rhys Oates solo goal and a late consolation from Danny Elliott weren't enough.
Ryheem Sheckleford was sent off in the first half for Maidenhead but that didn’t stop the visitors securing a comfortable win.
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5. David Ferguson - 6
Put in a number of dangerous crosses and tested the goalkeeper following a fine solo run. Booked. Photo: Mark Fletcher
6. Nicky Featherstone - 5
For once, this game just seemed to pass the Pools stand-in skipper by. Would have expected Pools to dominate with the man advantage. Photo: Mark Fletcher
7. Mark Shelton - 5
Was withdrawn following a largely anonymous opening 50-minutes. Photo: FRANK REID 2020
8. Gavan Holohan - 5
Came close early on when Pools were still in the game. Was let down by a couple of heavy touches and passes. Also taken off early. Photo: Mark Fletcher