Rochdale’s promotion hopes hit by Hartlepool draw

Rochdale dropped vital points in their bid for automatic promotion from the Enterprise National League as they were held to a goalless draw at Hartlepool.

Dan Moss hit the post midway through the first half as the visitors searched for the opener.

At the other end, Tyrese Sinclair’s powerful effort was parried wide and Dale goalkeeper Oliver Whatmuff was called into action again to deny Alex Reid from close range.

Just after the break, Jamie Miley fired his long-distance chance over the crossbar as the hosts continued to press.

Rochdale top scorer Emmanuel Dieseruvwe failed to find the net late on as the spoils were shared, meaning the away side remain second after York’s late win over Altrincham.