Grimsby were brought back down to earth with a bump as Bristol Rovers secured a narrow 1-0 win at Blundell Park. The Mariners, who had knocked Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup on penalties in midweek, were beaten for the first time this season.
The decisive moment arrived through Macauley Southam-Hales' first-half goal, with Bristol Rovers then defending resolutely to register a first away league win since January.
Staunton Rattles the Post
The hosts struck a post early in the contest through full-back Reece Staunton's sweetly-struck free-kick, an early sign of intent from the side fresh from their cup upset.