SOUTHEND United fans have their say on Saturday's 2-1 win against Darlington at Roots Hall.

Darlington were decent opposition, better than many we've played this season. Cardwell was outstanding, well supported by Powell. Hard working midfield and a punchy defence! Enjoyed it very much.

@Kaylalula

Another decent performance today, could and should have had five or six goals. We hit both posts and the bar in the second half. Harry Caldwell bangs in another couple, I’m looking forward to seeing him and Jake Hyde together up front. Also Kacper Lopata, in my opinion has had two needless bookings. Last week for kicking the ball away and today for pushing an opponent. I love his passion but this will lead to a suspension earlier than it should and he will be sorely missed.

@rayleighmartin

Good performance against a difficult opponent. Really dug deep to get the late win that their efforts deserved. Bridge outstanding again today.

@djmikejolly

Great to get through to the next round, credit to the staff getting the game on today and to the ref. Dominated in the second half and could have had a hatful but we worked hard and broke their resilience in stoppage time. Great to see Murphy get a longer run out and Hyde come on.

@dan_mays86

A scrappy game, certainly not helped by the pitch and conditions. Blues easily the better side and, but for wasteful finishing, could have won by a bigger margin. Cards and Bridge both excellent. Murphy looked sharp when he came on. Great to win late against a time wasting team.

@DanDobisz

Turned into a great game, the right result with all our chances. Blondy's best game for us and it goes unnoticed but I thought Harry Taylor was excellent. Watching Cardwell getting fitter is a massive plus and think himself and Murphy could become pretty special together.

@SearchTerry

After watching a lot of Premier league teams this week this match was far more enjoyable. Good old fashion type match in testing conditions. Great support home and away, doubling the low crowd many were predicting.

@phillsilver9

Darlington, like many others, had no answer to Bridge's brilliance. Cardwell superb up front, and Blondy again made some crucial saves. Could and should have scored five but Wembley beckons.Murphy should have scored but nice to see him and Hyde back out there.

@YeattsMatthew

Deserved win against a decent Darlington side who brought a good support with them. Great finishing from Cardwell & praise to Blondy who had his best game for us. Strangely allowed offside goal could have upset us but we were up to the task and should have won by more.

@tommyharris57

Great to see East Stand nearly full, great atmosphere. Noor influential and Bridge second half superb.

@SantiagoCrabby