Player Ratings: Posh v Rochdale

Posh delivered a superbly disciplined tactical performance combined with clinical finishing to dispatch a slick passing Rochdale side 6-0 on Saturday. Here is how The Posh Report rated each player:

Starting 11

Christy Pym: A relatively quiet day for the Posh stopper who didn’t face a shot on target for the third time in four league matches. Handled impeccably and did everything that was asked of him. 7

Niall Mason: A strong performance in and out of possession. His decision to press high up the pitch in the build up to the second goal was crucial. Only dribbled past once and got forward well. 7.5

Dan Butler: Had the hardest task of the Posh back four defensively containing Rekeil Pyke. Got to grips with his winger as the game progressed and was a key outlet for Posh down the left. 8

Frankie Kent: A composed performance from a player who rarely looked troubled. His long passing was key as Posh struggled to get Reed into the game. 8

Mark Beevers: A dominant performance from the Posh skipper who also delivered his best display in possession thus far. Irreplaceable. 8.5

Louis Reed: Rochdale had a plan to stop him picking the ball up from deep as he was constantly marked or blocked by Henderson and Camps. Battled gamely nonetheless. 7

Josh Knight: Another performance full of energy and running. Got up and down the pitch and gave excellent support to mason as they contained Rochdale’s dangerous fullback Norrington-Davies 7

Joe Ward: Has the skill-set to excel in the role on the side of the Posh midfield although his and Fergie’s post match comments suggest he is not confident in the role. A good performance from the stand-in on Saturday, ensured Posh did not miss Boyd’s work rate and excellent burst into the box and cross for Posh’s second goal. 8

Marcus Maddison: Another excellent display from Posh’s magic man! 2 goals including a third consecutive goal of the month contender and one sublime assist. His importance to this side cannot be overstated. 9

Mo Eisa: Another goal for the million pound man, this time a precise and powerful header. Was tactically disciplined out of possession as he, Toney and Maddison made it hard for Rochdale to play forwards from defence. 8

Ivan Toney: A hattrick and superb all round performance for the big man. Was dominant in the air as Posh went direct due to Rochdale marking Reed out the game. His all round ability is key to providing posh with versatility in attack. 9.5 MOTM

Subs

Nathan Thompson (on 59): Looks a very accomplished right back and will be looking for an opportunity to make the position his own now that he’s match fit. 7

Siriki Dembele (on 73): Brings pace and trickery to the Posh attack. Unlikely to break into the starting 11 any time soon but his contribution off the bench could be crucial in tight matches. 7

Serhat Tasdemir (on 74): Neat, tidy and busy. Good on the ball and an excellent passer. Another who will have to be satisfied with appearances from the bench due to the irresistible form of Marcus Maddison. 6.5