Worcester City (4-4-1-1)

8 ROSS – making his first start in more than two months, the keeper seized his opportunity as he pulled off a series of stops, including a stunning late save which proved crucial.

7 Gallinagh – presented Telford with an early opportunity when he lost the ball but defended resiliently throughout.

8 Hutchison – one of his most assured performances for City as he dealt with whatever Telford threw at him, winning almost every header.

8 Oji – could have easily been my pick for man of the match again as he was a rock at the heart of the defence.

7 Weir – made a couple of forays forward but it was his defensive efforts along with Cieron Keane on the left which frustrated the visitors.

7 C Hughes – a strong debut from the winger who created City’s opener and looked a real threat, especially in the first half.

6 English – cannot question his bravery but he was poor on the ball and gave away several free-kicks in dangerous position.

6 Nelson-Addy – made a powerful run which almost resulted in a goal but, like his midfield partner, he was wasteful in possession and conceded silly fouls.

7 Keane – put in an impressive shift and his tireless efforts were rewarded with an assist as his long ball found Colby Bishop who netted the winner.

6 Murphy - back in the starting line-up, the forward was keen to make his mark but his contribution was all too fleeting.

7 L Hughes – produced a moment of brilliance to give City the lead with a cheeky backheel before heading Ben Bailey’s effort off the line.

Subs: Steele 7 (Murphy 69), Bishop 7 (L Hughes 69), Jackman (C Hughes 76). Not used: Evans, Sharpe.

AFC Telford United (3-5-2): Montgomery 6; BAILEY 7, McCone 7, Havern 7; Samuels 6, Rea 7, Royle 7, Wilson 7, Kearns 6 (Reynolds 71, 6); Reid 6, Hibbert 6 (McCarthy 66, 6, Fitzpatrick 87). Subs not used: Pryce, Lilly.

Attendance: 652.

Referee: Ricky Wootton 6.

Match rating: 3/5.

MATCH STATS

City/Telford

Shots on: 7/10.

Shots off: 2/4.

Corners: 8/7.

Offsides: 4/2.

Fouls conceded: 15/9.

Yellows: City - English, C Hughes; Telford – Bailey, Hibbert.