But how did their players rate? Here’s our Gazette weekend XI – with the Mariners featuring very highly after a stunning win over Basford United. Scroll down and click through the pages as we name our team of the weekend:
9. Aiden McGeady - 6
Bounced back from his penalty miss on Tuesday night well with an emphatic effort to rescue a point late on. Had drawn a fine save from Matthews earlier on what had been a frustrating afternoon for him in the final third. | JPIMedia Photo: Frank Reid
10. Josh Gilles - 7
Another goal to add to the collection for Shields. | Freelance Photo: Kev Wilson
11. Andy Carroll - 7
Only eight minutes, plus six added at the end on the pitch but the Geordie frontman made a big impact. | Getty Images Photo: Mark Runnacles
12. BENCH: Martin Dubravka - 6
Had to be alert in a game dominated by Brighton. | Getty Images Photo: Dan Istitene