COMEBACK IS CRUCIAL TO MAHER

SOUTHEND United boss Kevin Maher praised the response of his players during the second half of this vital comeback win against Aldershot Town at Roots Hall.

- Jason Creasey

The Shrimpers fought back from a goal down at the break to record a second victory in succession.

And Maher admitted Harry Cardwell's equaliser just moments after Rollin Menayese had been sent off was a crucial moment of the match.

"They've had the sending off and scoring straight after that is important," said Maher. "It almost didn't give them time to reorganise because it can be difficult playing 10 men once they're set."

Menayese saw red after pulling back Shrimpers striker Danny Waldron.

And Maher understood why the decision was made.

"I've watched it back and it's tight," said the Blues boss.

"He's into the box and going he's been held back so I can see why it's been Kensgiven."