Luton Town made it back-to-back wins over the Christmas period when beating Leyton Orient 3-0 at Kenilworth Road on Monday night.
Gideon Kodua got the ball rolling with his eighth goal of the season, while Jordan Clark netted from the penalty spot and Shayden Morris was also on target, as to find out how the Hatters players rated on the evening, see below.
1. Josh Keeley: 7
Some easy moments from range in the first half when Tom James had a crack, but should have been beaten as an unmarked Ballard somehow turned over the bar from just a few yards out. Came under pressure during the second period as Orient had far more of the play, the visitors sending in some wickedly dangerous inswinging corners, but he, along with some help from his defence, just about dealt with them. Happy to see the offside flag rule out Ballard's header, while late on, clawed away from O’Neill to reach double figures in terms of clean sheets. Photo: Leila Coker
2. Nigel Lonwijk: 7.5
Comfortable throughout once more as in the first period, he kept any threats down to a minimum on his side of the back four. Was similar after the break too as he gave a solid outing against an Orient attack who were beginning to look that bit more threatening as the game wore on. With the points almost in the bag, he made way in the closing stages to allow Walters to get some minutes as his versatility has helped Town plug the problematic right back berth for now. Photo: Andy Fitzsimons
3. Joe Johnson: 7.5
Looks to be growing in belief with every minute now as he turned out of trouble well in the first half, moving forward to find a team-mate and get the Hatters on the front foot. Was caught out once doing something similar afterwards, but didn't let it dent his confidence at all, as in the second half he used his height and improved physicality well to keep a handle on the O's attackers. Won his duels and made nine clearances, as after being charged to show he can produce back-to-back 90s by his manager, the academy graduate proved he can do just that with another encouraging display. Photo: David Horn
4. Mads Andersen: 7.5
Got things going with a lovely pass into Kodua which demonstrated a more ambitious approach from the centre half on the ball, allowing his team-mate to turn, drive forward and open the scoring. Blocked Bakinsons’s shot after Town’s defending left a bit to be desired, although did lose Ballard just before the break, the O’s forward unbelievably not taking advantage from close range. Did well to stand his ground after the interval, breaking up some promising Orient attacks, while utterly dominant in the air, not losing a single header, as he cleared his lines impressively, especially from the visitors' corners. Photo: David Horn