Luton’s quest for the Premier League was ended with a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat at Huddersfield Town in their play-off semi-final second leg clash last night.
The visitors dominated for long periods during the tie, but just couldn't get the goal they deserved, with Jordan Rhodes netting in the final 10 minutes to send the Terriers to Wembley.
To find out how the Hatters rated on the night, see below.
5. Joe Johnson: 6.5
Moved back to the left of the back three as Luton altered things defensively at times, and looked to be progressive on the ball, getting into midfield to try and link up with his team-mates and create space for Bramall to run into on the left of him. Took possession on when he could, as might have helped win a penalty for the Hatters when his cross hit the hand of a sliding Terriers defender, but it wasn't given by the officials. Always looking to be a threat against 10 men too, sending the ball into the box for Clark to hook a volley just wide, as can personally leave the Accu Stadium with his head held high once more. Photo: David Horn
6. Cohen Bramall: 6
Was good to see the winger back in the side after a few games on the bench, including at Plymouth on Saturday. Operating as a left wingback and then further forward when Kodua tucked inside, he tried to break away only to get his timings wrong every so often as he either didn't take the ball with him, or couldn't keep it in himself. Appeared slightly rusty at times, unable to quite deliver the kind of final third threat that Luton wanted and needed as the game wore on, although it did look like he might be Town's hero when the visitors won a free kick that was very much in his range, only for the wall to get in the way. Photo: David Horn
7. Liam Walsh: 6.5
Booked inside the opening five minutes for a cheap foul on May, but then showed great discipline to avoid getting on the wrong side of referee Matt Corlett again as after showing a red card to the hosts, he could very well have looked to even up proceedings. Couldn't get hold of Andersen's pass when under pressure and when it ran through to Ledson, he made Town pay from inside his own to score the only goal of the game. Tried his best to manufacture a leveller for the Hatters, always getting on the ball and trying to move it quickly, completing the most passes on the night, but unfortunately it came to nothing as Luton's poor away form continued. Photo: David Horn
8. Kasey Palmer (STAR MAN): 7
Part of the most controversial moment as trying to get away from Alfie May, he had his hair pulled which led to straight red for the Terriers' main goal threat. From there, became the pantomime villain for the home fans, his every touch booed and misplaced pass cheered, firing one attempt well over the bar. Despite that, was effortlessly easing his way through the middle of the pitch in the first half, always showing for the ball and picking some incisive passes as he looked to take control with an impressive display. Was hoped he would dominate after the break too, but when the hosts took the lead, he wasn't able to have quite the same influence, unable to slide Morris's cross home. Photo: Luton Town FC