COLCHESTER United played out a 0-0 draw with Swindon Town, on Saturday afternoon.
U's goalkeeper Shamal George and his opposite number Jojo Wollacott were both in fine form as it ended all square, at the County Ground.
The draw leaves Colchester in 16th place, in the League Two table.
Here are the Gazette player ratings, following the U's draw.
SHAMAL GEORGE 8
U’s goalkeeper made a string of fine saves and produced another excellent display
CAMERON COXE 6
U's right-back delivered some good crosses at times and showed plenty of energy
LUKE CHAMBERS 8
Was dominant on his return to the U's starting line-up and enjoyed his tussle with former Ipswich team-mate Simpson
TOMMY SMITH 8
Colchester skipper led the team well and was unlucky not to score with a rasping shot late on
CHARLIE DANIELS 7
Was denied a late winner by Wollacott in the closing stages and provided some good deliveries as usual
COLE SKUSE 8
A hugely impressive display. Made numerous key interceptions and read the game extremely well
BRENDAN WIREDU 7
Was in the thick of the midfield action once again and battled hard for the cause
LUKE HANNANT 6
Did his best to make things happen in a right-sided role on his return to the starting line-up
ALAN JUDGE 7
Looked inventive and was unlucky not to score just before the break when denied by Wollacott
FREDDIE SEARS 7
Was unfortunate to have a second-half effort chalked off for handball
FRANK NOUBLE 6
Was denied by Wollacott in the opening minutes but was well marshalled by the Swindon defence on return to former club
SUBSTITUTES
SYLVESTER JASPER (for Hannant, 66) 6
ARMANDO DOBRA (for Sears, 86)
NOAH CHILVERS (for Wiredu, 89)
Subs (not used): Eastman, Clampin, Tovide, Turner.
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