COLCHESTER United produced an impressive all-round display to win 2-1 at Salford City.
John McGreal's side moved up to sixth spot in League Two, after goals from Kwame Poku and Callum Harriott sealed their win at Moor Lane despite Ash Hunter's consolation just before half-time.
It was a big win for the U's on the road in difficult conditions and helped them bounce back, after two straight defeats.
Here the Gazette's Colchester United reporter Jonathan Waldron rates the players' performances, following an excellent away win.
DEAN GERKEN 8
Made a great point-blank save to deny Wilson and had little chance with the goal
RYAN JACKSON 8
U’s right-back had a good battle with Hunter and largely defended well
OMAR SOWUNMI 9
Outstanding; made a vital clearance to deny Thomas-Asante and read the game superbly
LUKE PROSSER 9
U’s man of the match. U’s skipper produced an excellent defensive display
COHEN BRAMALL 8
Provided the assist for Harriott’s strike was caught out a little for Salford’s goal
HARRY PELL 8
Never stopped working and scrapping in the U’s midfield in tough conditions. Booked
BEN STEVENSON 8
Provided the assist for Poku’s superb strike and showed plenty of endeavour
KWAME POKU 8
Scored a superb solo goal on his return to the side in a right-sided role
CALLUM HARRIOTT 8
Took his goal extremely well and worried the Salford defence before going off injured
THEO ROBINSON 8
Seemed to enjoy a rare opportunity to start alongside Norris in U’s attack
LUKE NORRIS 8
Showed good hold up play throughout and produced a tireless display up front
SUBSTITUTES
FRANK NOUBLE (for Harriott, 73)
BRANDON COMLEY (for Robinson, 74)
TOM EASTMAN (for Jackson, 85)
SUBSTITUTES (NOT USED): Clampin, Gambin, Senior, Ross.
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