Crawley Town player ratings: 8/10s for most players as heroic Reds draw at Newport County
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Two Don Telford goals gave Reds the lead but Matt Dolan and Zanzala scored to earn a poitn for the home. Reds came so close to stealing three points when Telford missed a glorious chance at the end.
In a tense affair, Crawley stand in boss Darren Byfield was sent off after a fracas between the two benches in injury time.
Here are Mark Dunford’s player ratings.
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Hide AdEllery Balcombe 8 – Good save early on from Evans and then an even better one in the second half from Lewis. Saved from low free kick late on.
Mason 8 – Good effort in first half which flew over. Looked to attack when he could. All action.
Ransom 8 – Another solid performance in what is a breakout season for the defender.
Francillette 8 – Another impressive performance. Booked
Telford 8 – He will score better goals but who cares. Two vital goals under incredible circumstances. Booked.
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Hide AdBalagizi 8 – Caught in possession a couple of time but battled hard for 90 minutes in midfield. Could have scored winner at the end but shot was blocked.
Oteh 8 – Looked lively on the right and comfortable on the ball. Reds best outlet in first half. Replaced by Khaleel.
Tsaroulla 8 – Another good performance from the left back. Won a penalty for a second game running.
Jenks 8 – Grew into the game after a quiet start. Made some good interceptions. Busy. Replaced by Jack Powell.
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Hide AdFellows 8 – Thwarted by Day in the Newport goal a couple of times. Looked dangerous at times.
Chukwuemeka 7 – Wasted a great chance before Tsaroulla won the penalty. But worked hard for 80 minutes. Replaced by Jayden Davis
Powell 8 – His experience was vital as Reds looked to protect the lead. A calming influence Played a couple of lovely balls including the one which led to the penalty.
Khaleel 7 – Busy display in last half an hour.
Davis 7 – Came on for last 10 minutes, all action. Booked.