Shrewsbury Town player ratings: How Salop fared in defeat at Bristol Rovers

On his return to Bristol, Cox was largely untested, dealing comfortably with limited threats. Had no chance with the deflected goal.

Rarely troubled: 6

Tom Anderson

Was solid defensively, making numerous strong clearances and aerial interventions, helping a backline that worked hard to contain Bristol’s attacking threat.

Cleared: 7

Will Boyle 

Threatened early with a near-miss header and made an important interception, but was unfortunate as the decisive goal deflected off him past Cox.

Unlucky: 6

Sam Stubbs

Delivered a committed defensive display, highlighted by a perfectly timed crunching tackle to stop a dangerous attack, showing strength and awareness throughout.

Committed: 7

Ismeal Kabia

Displayed flashes of pace and skill, carrying the ball forward effectively at times, but ultimately lacked the final product to create meaningful attacking opportunities.

Quiet: 6

Nick Freeman

Worked tirelessly in midfield, breaking up play with tackles and interceptions, but struggled to transition possession into attacking momentum or create forward opportunities.

Industrious: 6

Tom Sang

Contributed defensively under pressure but was denied time and space on the ball, limiting his ability to dictate play or drive the team forward.

Restricted: 6

Kevin Berkoe

Found himself increasingly tested as the game progressed against fresh opposition down his flank and unable to make his usual forward impact.

Tested, 5

Anthony Scully

Returning to the starting lineup, showed effort but lacked influence, failing to provide the creative spark needed to trouble Bristol’s defence.

Rusty: 5

George Lloyd

Worked hard, pressing defenders and battling for possession, though he lacked support and could not effectively link play or seriously test the opposition goal.

Scrapped: 5

Iwan Morgan 

Started brightly, creating early chances and showing attacking intent, but his influence faded after a knock, leading to an eventual substitution.

Faded: 6

Subs: Trey Ogunsuyi (for Morgan, 58): 6, Tommy McDermott (for Freeman, 80): N/A, Will Gray (for Scully, 89): N/A, Mal Benning (for Stubbs, 89): N/A.

Not used: Brook, Benning, Lee, Hall.