Torquay United 0-1 Tranmere Rovers

Michael Higdon's header was his second goal in Tranmere colours

Tranmere consolidated their play-off position with a narrow win at Torquay.

Michael Higdon scored what proved to be the decisive goal, heading home Lee Vaughan's cross just before the hour.

Torquay almost grabbed a late equaliser when Luke Young's 25-yard free-kick was saved by Scott Davies, but Rovers held onto the lead to move three points clear in the final play-off position.

The Gulls remain in 18th with a three-point cushion from the division's relegation places.