COLCHESTER United played out a 0-0 draw with in-form Bolton Wanderers, on Good Friday.

They were the first team to keep a clean sheet against the Trotters in 17 games after the stalemate, at the University of Bolton Stadium.

Hayden Mullins' side now lie five points above the League Two relegation zone and host Barrow in a crucial game, on Easter Monday.

Here are the Gazette player ratings following a creditable point on the road for the U's.

DEAN GERKEN 8

U’s man of the match. Made vital saves to deny Doyle, Jones and Lee in first half and also foiled Elbouzedi late on

MILES WELCH-HAYES 7

Looked solid on his return to the side and battled for everything

TOM EASTMAN 8

Very impressive throughout and ensured Doyle and Delfouneso were kept quiet

TOMMY SMITH 8

Experienced U’s centre-back shone on his 400th club appearance and played a big part in their clean sheet. Enjoyed his tussle with Doyle

RYAN CLAMPIN 7

Gave absolutely everything to the cause and played his part in clean sheet

TOM LAPSLIE 8

Was typically tenacious on his return to the side and made some key blocks and interceptions

HARRY PELL 7

U’s skipper drove his side on and provided plenty of energy in midfield

NOAH CHILVERS 8

Grew into the game in a left-sided role and came close to scoring in second half after finishing strongly

BRENDAN WIREDU 7

Showed maturity beyond his years after playing just behind Nouble in an advanced role

COURTNEY SENIOR 8

U’s winger worried the Bolton defence throughout with his skill and trickery

FRANK NOUBLE 7

Led the line well for Colchester and provided the Bolton defence with plenty to think about

SUBSTITUTES

BEN STEVENSON (for Lapslie, 76)

JEVANI BROWN (for Nouble, 76)

PARIS COWAN-HALL (for Chilvers, 88)

Subs (not used): Doherty, Tchamadeu, Folivi, George.