ADVER Sport's Tom Bassam hands out his ratings from Town's 7-6 penalty shootout win at Newport County.
Tyrell Belford
Asked to do very little in terms of goalkeeping until the shootout when he came big at the right time. 7
Brad Barry
One loose backpass caused a moment of danger, but otherwise looked confident and able. 7
Raphael Branco [c]
A reliable presence at back who did the dirty work well and marshalled the Town back line. 8*
Jordan Turnbull (booked)
Back in his preferred centre-half position he looked more secure and saved his side by taking a booking when John-Lewis was played in by Barry. 7
James Brophy (booked)
An unfortunate slip allowed Newport to grab their equaliser, but it did not dim his confidence as he continued to nip forward and showed a lovely turn of pace. 7
Anton Rodgers
His goal was a blinder and he took on the mantel of senior player well, guiding his younger teammates through the game. 7
Drissa Traore
Another strong performance from the Ivorian, broke up play well and got forward when he could. 8
Kevin Stewart
Did not show a lot in the first half but before he was taken off with injury he began to become a force with his runs forward. 6
Lee Marshall
A quiet performance from the youngster in a unusual position for him. 6
Fabien Robert
Asked to play as a number nine, but popped up all over the place and put in a good shift before tiring in the second half. 7
Will Randall
Scored the vital penalty, but did not offer much of a threat during normal time. 6
Subs
Tom Smith (on for Marshall, 71)
Got stuck in well and had a nice effort go just over.
Ellis Iandolo (on for Stewart, 79)
Ran wilingly and tried to get in behind the Exiles back line.
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