Trailing 2-0 after just five minutes, Alex Gilbey pulled a goal back for the hosts, but misses from Stephen Wearne and Callum Hendry would prove costly as former boss Graham Alexander’s side would run out 2-1 winners.
Here’s how we rated the players on opening day.
9. Alex Gilbey - 6.5
Barged his way to his first goal of the season, and joined attacks well but didn't it didn't quite drop for him | Jane Russell
10. Stephen Wearne - 6
A mixed day really for Wearne. Got into all the right places, looked like he was a threat all the time but his finishing left a lot to be desired, and squandered a huge chance to equalise | Jane Russell
11. Callum Hendry - 5.5
Had this brilliant chance to open his account from a couple of yards out but didn't connect cleanly with it. Provided a good option up top but didn't take the chance when it came his way | Jane Russell
12. Sub: Matt Dennis - 6.5
A handful and a threat from the first minute he came on. Forced a great save, but didn't get much else clear-cut | Jane Russell