Hartlepool United ratings from 3-1 defeat at Swindon Town – FIVE 7s as Pools put in an improved display despite frustrating defeat

Hartlepool United were beaten 3-1 at Swindon Town on Tuesday evening – but how did the players fare?

Jonny Williams’ opener was cancelled out by Matty Daly before Swindon secured victory with goals from Tyreece Simpson and Jack Payne.

The result sees Pools drop to 15th in the table having picked up zero points and conceded 13 goals in their last four league outings.

Scroll down and click through the pages to reveal the Pools player ratings from the match…

9. Matty Daly - 7

Scored his sixth of the season with a tidy close range finish. Was clever on the ball and posed a threat. Photo: FRANK REID 2020

Had a few chances from the edge of the box and posed a threat with the ball at his feet. Played a key role in Pools' goal. Photo: Mark Fletcher

Thought he'd opened the scoring with a poacher's finish only to be denied by the flag. Asked questions up front. Photo: Will Matthews

On for Cullen 66: Almost scored with his first touch after coming on. Photo: Mark Fletcher