Joey Barton savoured what he felt was one of Bristol Rovers' best performances of the season as they came from behind to beat Bradford City.
The Gas were dominant at the Mem on Saturday, racking up 31 shots and controlling territory, with long periods of the game played in the Bantams' half. However, Rovers were wasteful, with none of their 15 first-half attempts testing goalkeeper Alex Bass and it allowed Bradford to snatch the lead just seconds after the interval – Dion Pereira making the most of a rare defensive lapse from the Gas.
Frustration was growing with Rovers failing to convert their control into goals, but midfielder Sam Finley led the way with a superb all-round performance and a sublime 57th-minute equaliser from long range. Rovers' dominance only intensified and the winner came 15 minutes from time, with Connor Taylor stabbing home Paul Coutts' cross.
