A Gary Jones strike was the only goal of the game as Grimsby beat Brentford 1-0 at Griffin Park, their sixth straight league defeat.The experienced striker slotted past Simon Brown in the 57th minute to give the visitors the points at a wet and windy Griffin Park.

The home side could consider themselves a little unfortunate as they dominated possession and had many more chances but could not find the crucial goal.

Ross Montague headed against a post and Grimsby shot-stopper Phil Barnes saved well from Ryan Dickson at both the start and end of the first half.

Gary Smith shot into the side-netting and Lee Thorpe and Alan Connell were unable to scramble the ball home for a last-minute equaliser.

Danny North could have put Grimsby ahead in the first half but snatched at a shot and James Hunt could have sealed it late on but headed weakly.

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