"I’ve worked at a higher level than this and that was every bit as good as what you’ll see up the leagues," were the words of Southend boss Kevin Maher following their 2-2 draw with Notts County at Roots Hall.
In what was a great advert for National League football, the Magpies were forced to share the spoils in Essex having twice lead on the night through Macaulay Langstaff and Cedwyn Scott.
This season has seen a step up of quality in English football's fifth tier, with Luke Williams' side and Wrexham leading the way at the summit of the standings.