The League Cup continues to offer little joy for Bristol Rovers fans as the Gas were knocked out in the first round for the third year in succession. Joey Barton felt his side were "flat", but still had their chances to beat Crawley Town at the Broadfield Stadium on Tuesday.
Despite spending the majority of the contest in the ascendancy, Rovers were profligate, both in front of goal and when in a position to create. Crawley profited, with former Rovers man Tom Nichols popping up with the winner after a helping hand – quite literally – from a teammate in midfield.
Focus for the Gas turns to the priority of League One with Oxford United visiting the Mem on Saturday, but here are some of the moments you may have missed from Tuesday's game.
