Chris Hogg’s side never got going in what was undoubtedly their worst performance of the season to date. Here are our player ratings from Croud Meadow...
5. James Maxwell
Playing direct balls into the channels, particularly the space behind him, was a clear tactic by Shrewsbury and one that worked insomuch it gave them the platform to attack and deliver balls into the box, leading to both the goals. Didn't see enough of him as an attacking threat... 4 | Getty Images
6. Tyrese Fornah
Dropped into deep areas to take the ball off the defenders but then had nowhere to go and often ended up going sideways or backwards. Set-piece delivery was poor all game... 4 | Getty Images
7. Joe O'Brien-Whitmarsh
Short of the level he hit last weekend but still one of the better performers. Tried to find space between the lines and looked to play on the half turn where possible, setting up Saunders for one chance. Needed more support and movement around him though... 5 | Getty Images
8. Sam Hoskins
Ineffective in the 10 role, unable to find much space against the home side's rigid shape. There were times where he drifted so deep he was getting the ball off the centre-halves and that's just not his game and that's not where the team needs or wants him... 4 | Getty Images