Luton made it through to the third round of the Carabao Cup after beating League Two Gillingham 3-2 at Kenilworth Road last night.
Jacob Brown, Alfie Doughty and Cauley Woodrow were all on target for the hosts, and to see how the Hatters players rated on the evening, see below.
. Luton Town's Scottish striker Jacob Brown (2nd R) celebrates after scoring his team second goal during the English League Cup football match between Luton Town and Gillingham at Kenilworth Road stadium in Luton, Bedfordshire, on August 29, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)
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. Tim Krul: 6.5
Looked like he would have a fairly quiet debut in the first half with Luton well in control and shots at his goal few and far between. Anything but after the break though, beaten early on by Clarke and then getting a crucial leg to Nadesan's shot when facing him one-on-one. Few punches he might have caught, as although he just couldn't keep out Nichols' header, prevented penalties with a fingertip stop from William’s late attempt. Photo: Liam Smith
. Tom Lockyer: 7
Switched to the right-sided centre half role as he got a great reception from the Luton faithful ahead of kick-off. Kept things solid in a first half that saw Town in the ascendancy with his searching passes from defence keeping the visitors on the back foot. Off at half time with Burke on in his place as he was kept fresh for the test of West Ham United on Friday. Photo: Liam Smith
. Mads Andersen: 6.5
Moved into the centre of the back three for a first outing in his more preferred position. Dominated the skies as he came out on top of 12 aerial battles in total to ensure the visitors won next to nothing when they went long. Not quite as commanding on the floor though, Clarke escaping on the left to beat his recovery tackle and make it 2-1, while Nichols was left unmarked to cause a nervy final few minutes. Photo: Liam Smith
. Amari'i Bell: 6
His mixed start to the campaign continued as the centre half found it hard going at times against the Gills forwards. After a decent enough first period, he didn't deal with a long ball forward at 1-1, Nadesan getting the better of him only to be denied by Krul’s leg, as the visitors had plenty more joy when attacking in the second half. Photo: Liam Smith
. Alfie Doughty: 7.5
Was able to let out his frustrations over a lack of game time so far, putting plenty behind his free kick that simply whistled into the top corner to make it 2-0. Had already gone close inside 60 seconds when his fierce shot was charged down inside the area as he gave his manager a hefty nudge to start in the Premier League encounters. Although on the right hand side, he was still able to cut in on his left and deliver when the chance arose. Photo: Liam Smith
. Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu: 6.5
Playing in the deep-lying midfield role, he looked to get the possession off the back three and spread the play, sending the ball to either flank when afforded the space to do so. Might have been on target himself after the break, his touch letting him down when trying to lob over a defender and then seeing one effort charged down. Photo: Liam Smith
1. Tim Krul: 6.5
Looked like he would have a fairly quiet debut in the first half with Luton well in control and shots at his goal few and far between. Anything but after the break though, beaten early on by Clarke and then getting a crucial leg to Nadesan's shot when facing him one-on-one. Few punches he might have caught, as although he just couldn't keep out Nichols' header, prevented penalties with a fingertip stop from William’s late attempt. Photo: Liam Smith
2. Tom Lockyer: 7
Switched to the right-sided centre half role as he got a great reception from the Luton faithful ahead of kick-off. Kept things solid in a first half that saw Town in the ascendancy with his searching passes from defence keeping the visitors on the back foot. Off at half time with Burke on in his place as he was kept fresh for the test of West Ham United on Friday. Photo: Liam Smith
3. Mads Andersen: 6.5
Moved into the centre of the back three for a first outing in his more preferred position. Dominated the skies as he came out on top of 12 aerial battles in total to ensure the visitors won next to nothing when they went long. Not quite as commanding on the floor though, Clarke escaping on the left to beat his recovery tackle and make it 2-1, while Nichols was left unmarked to cause a nervy final few minutes. Photo: Liam Smith
4. Amari'i Bell: 6
His mixed start to the campaign continued as the centre half found it hard going at times against the Gills forwards. After a decent enough first period, he didn't deal with a long ball forward at 1-1, Nadesan getting the better of him only to be denied by Krul’s leg, as the visitors had plenty more joy when attacking in the second half. Photo: Liam Smith