Rotherham United 1 Ipswich Town 0: How the players rated...

Leon Wobschall delivers his ratings as Rotherham United beat Ipswich Town in the Championship.
Rotherham United's Michael Smith (left).Rotherham United's Michael Smith (left).
Rotherham United's Michael Smith (left).

Rotherham United

Rodak. Smart first-half save to deny Harrison and made an important second-half save to turn away Edwards’ fine free-kick. Sound, secure performance on his first home game back with the club. 7

Vyner. Kept his discipline and improved as the game went on. 6.

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Ajayi. Struggled initially, with Rodak saving the day after he misjudged the flight of a free-kick. But his response was strong and impressive. 7

Wood. Typically committed at the back, even if he did have it all his own way in the air against Harrison. 6

Mattock. Had his hands full with the lively Edwards at times. Survived a late penalty appeal. 6

Taylor. Lots of effort, but end product not so forthcoming. Replaced by Forde. 5.

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Vaulks. Grafted and showed typical heart. Booking for a late challenge.

Palmer. Plenty of perspiration and his energy levels were impressive and competed throughout. 7

Newell. Not his day and was substituted by Williams just after the hour mark. 5.

Smith. Got the glory at the death and finished the game very strongly. Real game performance. 7

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Vassell. Put himself about in a high-energy performance and gave absolutely everything. Will be an asset. 8

Substitutes: Williams (Newell 62). Busy on his introduction. 6.

Forde (Taylor 67). Made an impact and went close with a shot before providing an assist for the winner. 7

Jones (Vassell 90).

Not used: Price, Raggett, Wiles, Ball.

Ipswich Town: Bialkowski 7; Donacien 6, Nsiala 7, Chambers 6, Knudsen 6; Skuse 6; Edwards 7(Roberts 82), Chalobah 6, Nolan 7, Ward 6 (Edun 78); Harrison 6 (Jackson 67, 6). Substitutes unused: subs: Gerken, Spence, Sears, Kenlock.

Referee: D Webb (Co.Durham).