By TheSkipper
Notts County now sit 22nd in the League two table, just above relegation, after getting their first win of the season which ended 2-1 against Crewe Alexandra on Saturday.
The Magpies were ahead 5 minutes into the game as Rob Milsom scored the first goal assisted by Kane Hemmings and Jon Stead.
Crewe, however, equalised with a goal from Jordan Bowery in the 14th minute as the first half ended 1-1.
Lewis Alessandra and Elliott Hewitt had shots on goal in the second half but one was blocked and the other went wide.
Hewitt did get another shot on target and managed to score County's winning goal in the 61st minute.
Crewe had a few more shots on target in the second half but Ross Fitzsimons managed to block them, the final score ended 2-1 to Notts.
Here's a round-up of the post-match reaction.
Harry Kewell
"That was the best 45 minutes I’ve seen my team play, We were aggressive, winning second balls, playing predominantly in their half and forced them to pass backwards and we got on to the front foot.
"They were causing us problems in the first half but we changed things at the break and I felt we dominated afterwards.
"It’s a big relief but let’s not take away from our hard work over the last couple of weeks because those displays showed we are progressing, to get the result against Stevenage and to follow that up with a clean sheet at Northampton was good, so to be able to come here and work hard for the three points is fantastic."
Rob Milsom
"We’ve got off the mark but this is just the start, we’ve been working hard and drew the last two games - today we’ve got the breakthrough so we need to kick on from here.
"It builds confidence and belief so now we have to focus on getting more points on the board.
"There are times when you worry a little bit but, with the results and performances in the last two games, we knew it was coming, We have to make sure we build on this and that starts with getting another three points on Tuesday night."
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Chris: "I felt Notts started brilliantly and until Crewe scored, I felt the game would be fairly simple but the mistake (which no one can be blamed for) resulted the lead being taken away.
"It was awkward watching Notts after that, and despite Crewe looking quite comfortable with drawing - I couldn't help but feel someone needed to take the game and attempt to change it. I think in the first half we was somewhat lucky Crewe didn't take the lead.
"I warned that they had a good midfield that worked hard, they had two fairly capable strikers and moved the ball nicely.
"Second half Notts just dominated and the win was deserved.
"I'm very pleased they kept battling at it. It's a very good performance but it could have been much difference if the team had worked harder in the first half."
Magic Magpie: "First three point thank f-Ing god the first half wasn’t brilliant but the second like a team possessed playing for each other and never giving up ... this the County I’m proud of ...!!"
Allardyces Tash: "I am delighted with the performance and 3 points gained.
"I felt Crewe did well, they looked more aggressive in the first half. They passed the ball around differently and that made it hard for Notts, the reshuffle in the second half helped correct the balance."
Fan of Big Tone: "It was great to get the first win under our belts, second half much better than the first, Fitzsimmons made an excellent save low down to his left in the second half I was right behind that goal it was excellent and deserved the congratulations he got from his team mates.
"I think Crawley on Tuesday will be a lot harder."
NortonNCFC: "Far better performance over the Stevenage game, fitness did look a little concerning with how the players moved in the first half but some of this may be down to effort or desire.
"Second it was fantastic, very enjoyable and it was good to see two teams playing well.
"Crewe was a good team, just lacking a bit of grit but they gave Notts a game and outclassed the club at times."
You can read the full Pride of Nottingham match discussion with comments post and pre-game here.
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