Reaction from Managers

Some reaction from last night's 1-1 draw between Port Vale and Hereford United.

Hereford boss Jamie Pitman admitted: "The equaliser was a killer blow because we didn't really see it coming. It feels more like a defeat to us than a draw because we were almost home and dry.

"The boys worked really hard and we restricted Vale to very few chances. We also broke with a lot of pace and purpose and I wasn't surprised we got a goal. It was a well-worked move and a great strike from James McQuilkin.

"On the positive side we have got another point and it takes us to 41 and closer to our target. The other teams at the bottom have lost, so it certainly hasn't been a disaster.

"We now look forward to a home game against Crewe and if we can get a point a game it will probably be enough to keep us in the league."

And from Mark Grew, who is in charge for Vale.

"Who knows how important that point might be in four or five weeks' time.

"All credit to Hereford, I thought they played some good stuff and were quick on the break.

"Hereford made it difficult for us and you can see why they are better away from home. They played five in midfield and cut off our supply to the front two and we struggled to create chances."

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