Carlisle United lost 2-0 to Wigan Athletic after extra-time in the FA Cup first round – so how did we rate the players at Brunton Park?

GABE BREEZE – 8

What an introduction to the side. The Cumbrian made excellent saves, and showed composure and character in all his work. Must surely start at Salford.

TERELL THOMAS – 8

A superb display from the centre-half, who was excellent in the air and made positive and fluent decisions on the ground; could not have done more.

SAM LAVELLE – 7

A couple of vital interceptions prevented Wigan from getting the advantage, and he was part of a wholehearted defensive effort throughout.

AARON HAYDEN – 7

It was a display that required sharpness and commitment at the back, and there was plenty of that from Hayden before he went off in second half.

JON MELLISH – 7

Back in the side and showed all his typical drive to try and get United on the front foot before the game turned into a rearguard effort.

HARRISON NEAL – 7

Played every minute in an exhausting midfield task and Neal was at the forefront with challenges, clearances and covering plenty of ground.

ETHAN ROBSON – 6

Barely had the chance to make his mark on the game before his challenge on Sessegnon led to a straight red card decision which infuriated Carlisle.

DOMINIC SADI – 7

The young loanee showed plenty of character in his defensive efforts, and was one stunning Tickle save away from taking the tie to penalties.

TAYLOR CHARTERS – 6

Made some good runs in the opening stages and a killer final touch could have unlocked Wigan, before he was replaced in second half as Carlisle shored up.

TYLER BUREY – 7

His pace and aggressive running gave United the kind of wide outlet they’ve too often lacked, before he cramped up and had to go off.

DANIEL ADU-ADJEI – 6

A committed return to the side, Adu-Adjei’s running and persistence gave United a good first line of defence before he was replaced on the hour.

Subs: Jack Ellis – 6 – Grew into it against tricky opponent and played a good part in things.

Luke Armstrong – 6 – Led line in closing stages and came close to dramatic goal.

Cameron Harper – 7 – Some good runs and testing deliveries.

Jack Robinson – 6 – Gave his all in defiant effort.

Ben Barclay – 6 – Joined late salvo.

Star man – Gabe Breeze – an impressive, eyecatching performance from the Cumbrian keeper, who has made a very strong case for a first-team run.