Shrewsbury Town player ratings: Who shone and who struggled in Tranmere defeat?

Town failed to take their chances as Dylan Jones fired Tranmere to a 1-0 victory. Here are our Shrewsbury player ratings after the loss…

Cameron Gregory

Making his debut after returning to the club, Gregory showed good composure, dealt with what came his way and distributed the ball well. Could do nothing about the goal.

Assured: 7

Tom Anderson

Battled well. Cautioned after a second late challenge in the first half. The defence was largely untested before it faltered for Tranmere’s winner.

Cautioned: 7

Sam Stubbs

Captained Salop and led well from the back, helping Town build attacks from deep. Was withdrawn shortly before Tranmere struck the decisive blow.

Solid: 7

Isaac Lee

His pass towards Lino Sousa was intercepted as Tranmere capitalised to score. Had some headed chances in the box but could not convert.

Unfortunate: 6

Arkell Jude-Boyd

Made his final appearance before departing for international duty. Offered a threat down the wing and delivered some dangerous crosses, but Town failed to capitalise.

Crossed: 7

Tom Sang

Battled in midfield and looked to drive Town forward. Saw a drilled effort strike the post but wasted some set-piece opportunities before being withdrawn at half-time.

Woodwork: 7

Isaac England

One of Town’s brighter performers, playing some excellent balls into the box and towards the forwards. His delivery deserved greater reward from those ahead.

Promising: 7

Lino Sousa

Had to wait patiently for his first start but endured a difficult night. Beaten for the goal, while a throw-in straight out summed up his evening.

Frustrated: 5

Michael Golding

Making his first start, Golding looked keen to get on the ball and cause problems. Had some bright moments but his only effort was straight at the goalkeeper.

Lively: 6

George Lloyd

Wasted a golden opportunity after racing through on goal in the first half before being replaced at the break. Could not build on his weekend goal.

Wasteful: 6

Joe Gbode

Worked hard and looked to stretch Tranmere’s back line but found chances difficult to come by. Could not find the finish Town needed.

Ran: 6

Subs: Isaac Fletcher (for Lloyd, 46): 7, Will Gray (for Sang, 46): 7, Byron Pendleton (for Jude-Boyd, 68): 7, Hugo Aiston (for Stubbs, 68): 7.

Not used: Brook, Hall, Boyle.