Colchester United writer Carl Marston’s U’s Player Ratings after yesterday’s 1-0 win at Stevenage, achieved via Mikael Mandron’s 27th minute winner.

Sam Walker 7

Never had a serious save to make

Ryan Jackson 7

Long throws are a good weapon

Luke Prosser 8

Strong presence in defence

Tom Eastman 7

Won everything in the air

Kane Vincent-Young 7

Terrific cross for goal

Tom Lapslie 7

Defensive role in front of back four

Drey Wright 7

Plenty of effort, took an early knock

Ben Stevenson 7

Welcome return to the side

Sammie Szmodics 7

Very bright, nearing his best again

Brennan Dickenson 8

Impressive showing down left

Mikael Mandron 8

Deadly finish for winning goal

MAN OF THE MATCH – Mikael Mandron