Shrewsbury 0 Bristol Rovers 2 - player ratings

On a quiet afternoon, Marosi couldn’t prevent the goals but performed well when called into action, clearing from danger on several occasions.

Helpless 6

Joe Anderson

Made several successful efforts to regain possession and denied the away side from getting through several times but leaked two goals late on.

Tackled 7

Chey Dunkley

Captain Dunkley was denied a spot-kick when he and many thought Salop should have had one. Let Marquis through to steal the lead.

Denied 6

Morgan Feeney

Could only watch Aaron Collins turn in the second as the ball flew past him. Made a couple of good tackles and interceptions.

Okay 6

Mal Benning

Credit where credit is due. Benning battled hard and stopped attacks multiple times, and was greeted by applause for his efforts often.

Battled 7

Ryan Finnigan

It wasn’t a dream home-debut for Ryan Finnigan, but the midfielder battled hard trying to regain possession in the middle.

Spirited 6

Taylor Perry

Tested the opposition many times with shots blocked and seen away for set-pieces. What could have been before half-time if not for a heavy touch?

Bright 6

Elliott Bennett

Stopped several Rovers attacks and provided the first effort of the afternoon. Battled hard on the flanks despite at one point looking to struggle with an issue.

Good 7

Carl Winchester

Dictated play early-on, asking for the ball to feet. Looked to create opportunities and link pla but was carded and substituted in the second-half.

Busy 6

Dan Udoh

Linked well with Mata at times and worked hard to try and test the goal. Had a penalty shout, but not presented with ample opportunities throughout.

Tried 6

Max Mata

Despite defeat, no goal and little game time, the striker combined well with Udoh, winning several headers and showed good skill for a pass through.

Promising 6

Substitues

Tom Bayliss (for Winchester, 67) 7, Kieran Phillps (for Mata, 67) 5, Ryan Bowman (for Udoh 76), Tunmise Sobwale (for Finnigan 83), Brandon Fleming (for Bennett 76). Subs not used: Harry Burgoyne, Tom Flanagan.