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Gregor MacGregor

'Unbeaten all year!' - Bristol Rovers fans have their say after win over Blackpool

Bristol Rovers were able to afford to miss a penalty as they beat Blackpool 2-1 at the Mem on Saturday afternoon.

After being outplayed for large parts of the game, the Gas got back on level terms after Brandon Hanlon netted, before Sam Nicholson netted a wonder-goal to give Rovers the lead.

And that's the way it stayed despite the home side missing a penalty just after half-time as Hanlan's spot-kick was saved before the same player missed a gilt-edged chance late on in the first game of 2021.

Our Rovers reporter was full of praise for Nicholson but here's what the Rovers faithful thought of the performance.

We've picked out a balanced selection of comments from social media, as Paul Tisdale's side climbed out of the bottom four.

Tom: Pump that Tisdaleball into my veins.

Clothesline: Really entertaining but nervy game, a great win for the Gas.

William: Well done for getting over the line against a good side. Bit nervous last 10 mins but it’s 3 points so well done and keep it up boys

Tom: We’ve been let off but at the same time it should’ve been a 6-1 win.

Alfie: Great turnaround in the first half along with brilliant defending and brilliant saves from Jordi. Paul tisdales Barmy Army

Jack: Great result for the lads a few less heart attacks next time please.

Char: Huge 3 points, great turnaround

Marcus: Great win! That was quite an even game, so great to come out on top. Well done lads. UTG!

Alex: Nervy that UTG

Sam Nicholson of Bristol Rovers scores his sides second goal of the game. (Ryan Hiscott/JMP)

Ian: Big 3 points Gas

Liam: Going 2021 unbeaten

Glen: Brilliant my best present to start new year!

Rovers move on to face Sheffield United in the FA Cup.

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