Hereford boss Jamie Pitman claimed he was 'very pleased with the point' that his side claimed away at Bristol Rovers after a 0-0 draw in the West Country, saying 'it's something to build on'. The bricklaying must start soon for the workmanlike Bulls, though, as they are still to win a league game this season.
"Now we need to show a bit of belief that we can go on and win a game." Continued the Bulls chief, "We've defended very well today and ground out a very good point at what is a very difficult place to come.
"Paul Buckle has got a great record at this level and knows how to organise his teams well. We've come under a bit of pressure but also, on the other hand, we have had our moments as well."
Facing one of the stronger squads in League 2 Hereford, languishing one place off the foot of the basement division, were forced to work hard in defence, successfully denying the home side any clear cut chances.
Rovers spurned numerous opportunities, Matt Harrold having two headed chances either side of the half time whistle saved, the first being tipped onto an upright.
Hereford only hit the target twice throughout the ninety minutes but came closest when Harry Pell's swerving cross looped over Scott Bevan's head, clattering off the inside of the post and away. The former Pirates midfielder also saw a penalty appeal turned down after falling meekly in the area.
There was one last chance for the hosts but Lee Brown was unable to connect sweetly with his injury time diving header.
Rovers gaffer Buckle chose to speak not about his teams inability to deliver the killer blow, instead blaming the Memorial Stadium surface for thwarting the pace of his sides play.
"I couldn't believe what it was like and it's a lesson learned for the future. There is nothing a visiting side like more than a pitch which slows up the play.
"It sounds like an excuse but it's actually a reason why we didn't get better crosses into the box from the right in the first half.
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