Billy Clarke took his season's tally to seven goals as he struck twice in Darlington's win over Accrington.

The striker on loan from Ipswich struck first on 32 minutes when he lobbed keeper Kenny Arthur after Franz Burgmeier's shot was deflected.

Another lob after skipper Steve Foster's pass on 53 minutes doubled the home side's advantage.

Alan White made it 3-0 with John Miles' corner saved on the line being the visitors' most threatening moment.

Goals: Clarke 32, 57, White 76.

Accrington Stanley: Arthur, Cavanagh, Murdock (Onibuje 74), Edwards, King (Williams 74), Ryan, Griffiths, John Mullin, Miles, Clarke (Gornell 46), Paul Mullin. Subs Not Used: Speare, Murphy.

Booked: Cavanagh, John Mullin.

Att: 2,814

Ref: Anthony Taylor (Greater Manchester).