The home side's Jerry Gill got a very warm reception from the visting fans.

Dunn looked very keen and was roaming all over the pitch, picking up the ball and running at defenders. Gray showed off his pace and ability, linking up neatly with Forssell who set up Izzet for the Blues goal.

At the back, Tiny looked composed and wasn't afraid to keep the ball until he could pass to someone with space. Before the game Melchiot made a special effort to spend time with the junior fans - 1-0 in the hearts and minds camp. Melchiot and DJ linked up nicely on the right hand side but DJ still can't beat a man. This was spotted by Dunn who frequently went to his rescue.

Izzet looks solid in the centre but it was Dunn who went for the spectacular with a free kick, the ball just millimetres above the Cheltenham bar.

Gray's pace troubled the Robins but a short pitch meant he couldn't exploit his skill. Expect to see Gray as a regular sub next season - he'll run at tired defences and get something from it. Some nice crosses in from the young lad but there were signs of frustration when things weren't going his way. I'm sure Bruce will iron that out before Gray replaces Stan.

There was only one change at half time (Nico for Maik).

The hosts got an equaliser from an unchallenged header. The scorer just happened to be the replacement for the player Tiny had earlier laid out.

After 60 minutes Carter, Cisse, John and Morrison all came on replacing Forssell, Melchiot, Izzet and Clemence. Of the new players Carter impressed the most with some good runs from the heart of the pitch and some nice crosses. Talking of crosses, did I mention that both Izzet and Melchiot can cross the ball to another players feet?

Motteram was the last sub, coming on for Dunn. Now this lad is good. Very quick but he's got fast feet and can keep the ball close to him whilst waltzing through a defence.

Missing today were the likes of Lazaridis, Heskey, Gronkjaer and Savage, players who I imagine will be in the starting line up once the season starts. In all it was the usual friendly. Good natured fun with the locals and a chance for Blues to check out the new faces.

Big up to Southy for making the effort today ;-)