Jon Russell's goal after just 90 seconds was good enough to earn Stanley a deserved victory at the PTS. Here are our player ratings...
1. Jonathan Mitchell
Accrington should have made him work more than they did given some of their chances. Excellent save with his legs from Charles and tipped over Pritchard's free-kick. Handling was pretty solid in the filthy conditions... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
2. Cian Bolger
Had problems containing the tricky Charles, though he wasn't the only one. Accrington's frontman had good movement and caused mayhem by constantly popping up in pockets of space between and in front of Town's back three... 5
3. Fraser Horsfall
Forced into last-ditch action on a few occasions, including one goal-saving tackle on Charles. Beaten in the air a couple of times by Russell. Brought the only save of the game from Savin with a decent chance... 5 Photo: Pete Norton
4. Alan Sheehan
Defended better than any of his team-mates and no home player looked as comfortable on the ball as he did. It's not so much the individuals as the system that is causing Town's issues at the back... 6 CHRON STAR MAN Photo: Pete Norton