Santana's summer rock anthem Smooth was a fitting tune to start this scorching Saturday lunchtime as the PA system blared into action before noon. Like the iconic guitarist, Bristol Rovers flawlessly struck their chords for the defining moment in their victory over Oxford United at the Mem.
But unlike the Mexican-American's trademark solos, this winning goal was more orchestral in nature, with a five-man ensemble combining to get the crowd on their feet.
Yes, that is an indulgent way of describing a John Marquis header into an empty net from six yards, but it was the product of a passage of flawless precision on an afternoon so hot that missed notes were to be expected.
