John Mousinho appeared set for successive home wins following Colby Bishop’s volley, until a long throw was netted by Thomas in the 89th minute.
In a tight match, in which the Blues used both deadline-day signing, there were a number of good performances – and here are our on-the-whistle player ratings...
9. Ryan Tunnicliffe - 7
(Replaced by Louis Thompson on 83 minutes) Not a flashy display, but always pops up with a classy touch and usually attempts to provide positivity on the ball. Awful second half shot from Dale pass when should have done better. Photo: National World
10. Joe Morrell - 8
Took one for the team when he brought down Josh Martin on 78 minutes with the referee blowing up for a foul and ruling out Cole’s subsequent finish. Can draw a foul himself, of course, and another strong showing. Photo: National World
11. Owen Dale - 7
Should have done better when put clean through down the left in the opening minutes but there were a number of good moments from the hard-working winger. A couple of great deliveries from right in first half. Photo: National World
12. Colby Bishop - 8
A tight off-side call chalked off one goal in the first half, but he returned with a lovely volleyed finish from Pack’s cross to open the scoring. Overall game really eye-catching, leading line and strong in the air. Photo: NationalWorld