A late Matt Johnson strike earned Rushden a point at Southport.

Southport took an early lead when Matty McGinn fired home from the penalty spot after Diamonds keeper Joe Day was booked for unsporting behaviour.

Aaron O'Connor then drew the visitors level in the second half with a volley from close range.

The hosts looked to be heading for victory when Liam Blakeman headed home, before the first goal of Johnson's career ensured a share of the spoils.

Southport: McMillan, Lee, Flynn, Davis, Williams, Winn, Blakeman (Daly 78), Moogan, McGinn, McNeil (Collins 84), Tony Gray (Barratt 64).

Subs Not Used: Shaun Gray, Dickinson.

Goals: McGinn 6 pen, Blakeman 67.

Rushden & Diamonds: Joe Day, Miller (Johnson 74), Osano, Stuart, Jamie Day, O'Connor, Porter, Power, Huke, Farrell, Howe (Charles 46).

Subs Not Used: Robinson, Green, Key.

Booked: Joe Day, Porter.

Goals: O'Connor 57, Johnson 86.

Attendance: 876

Referee: Paul Graham (Manchester).

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