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While the pattern of the game remained relatively comfortable for the Pilgrims, there was no doubt Forest Green were committing more men forward and one break down the left led to a cross headed clear by the ideally positioned Bolton. Garrick did create room for a 20-yard drive on 69 minutes, which flew narrowly over. Argyle responded with fresh legs from the bench, Jay Matete and Ben Waine replacing Houghton and Ennis The changes had no impact on the flow of the game, as Argyle’s dominance of possession was evidenced by a delightful move involving Azaz, Mumba and Mayor that ended with a scruffy challenge in the box, but penalty enquiries were hastily dismissed.
" READ MORE: Striker set to travel to Sunderland for a medical, according to reports Shrewsbury's starting XI also included former Sunderland men Carl Winchester and Morgan Feeney while another ex-Black Cat, Tom Flanagan, was on the bench. The win saw Shrewsbury climb one place to 11th in the table, and their next game sees them travel to Brunton Park to face Carlisle United on Saturday. In League Two, goalkeeper Alex Bass' AFC Wimbledon drew 1-1 with Forest Green Rovers at Plough Lane. Substitute Jimmy Ball gave the Dons the lead ten minutes before half-time, but Forest Green's new player-coach Troy Deeney levelled 15 minutes from the end. Dons boss Johnnie Jackson said: "We're disappointed that we haven't won to be honest. It was a game that ebbed and flowed.
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Sunderland loan watch as Joe Anderson and Alex Bass impress for new sidesSunderland's on-loan duo were in action over the weekend, with both helping their respective clubs pick up vital points. Defender Joe Anderson played the full 90 minutes as League One Shrewsbury Town secured a 1-0 win against nine-man Fleetwood Town at Highbury Stadium, with Dan Udoh scoring the winning goal in the 41st minute. Two minutes later, Anderson's pass put Ryan Bowman through on goal and he was taken out by Fleetwood keeper Jay Lynch, who was sent off for a professional foul. The second red card came in the final minute when Josh Earl was shown a straight red card for an off-the-ball stamp on Elliott Bennett. Shrewsbury boss Matt Taylor said: "Are there are areas I hope we’re better in next week? Of course there are. But three points is huge for us today.
Rovers had no choice but to emerge from their defensive shell, with former Pilgrim Jordon Garrick coming on to replace Charlie Savage. Corey O’Keeffe, meanwhile, left his mark with two hefty challenges on Bolton and Wright, the second of which resulting in a deserved booking. Argyle continued to be the side in the ascendancy, Azaz drilling a low cross from the right that was controlled by Ennis, who then swivelled for a volley over sent over the bar.
"We had moments when we were on top and so did they. By the end there was only one team pushing and likely to win it – I think we had some good chances towards the end. " AFC Wimbledon maintained their unbeaten start to the season but slipped two places to fifth in the table. Their next game comes on Wednesday, when they face Premier League Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the second round of the Carabao Cup. Want the inside track on transfers? There's now a way you can get breaking news and the best reads sent straight to your device. By joining the Sunderland AFC community on WhatsApp, you'll see the biggest and best stories as soon as they happen.
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Despite that early setback, Rovers settled into a defensive shape that began to frustrate the Pilgrims, with clear opportunities sparse in the extreme. Mayor was the man to inject some fresh pace, darting forward for a drive that deflected on to the post with Thomas rooted to the spot. Argyle ratcheted up the tempo again as the half drew to a close in glorious sunshine at Home Park, with Edwards battling into space down the right and the ball fell to Finn Azaz for a half-volleyed cross that was headed into the arms of Thomas by Mumba. A satisfactory first period concluded with the Pilgrims continuing to prod and probe for spaces behind a disciplined Forest Green defence, but a score that remained in the balance going into the second half. Callum Wright replaced Edwards at the interval and a welcome cushion arrived for the Pilgrims within two minutes of the restart. James Wilson drove forward from the back three and his delightful clipped cross was perfect for Mumba to steer an accomplished header back across Thomas and inside the far corner.
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