Rochdale earned an impressive 2-0 away victory at Carlisle United's Brunton Park in a one-sided English National League contest. The result marks a strong return to form for Dale, who controlled the match from start to finish against a struggling Carlisle side. Rochdale took the lead midway through the first half with a well-taken goal following a sustained period of pressure. They doubled their advantage early in the second half, effectively killing the game as a contest. Carlisle United offered little in response, managing only a handful of shots on target as Rochdale comfortably saw out the game. This defeat is a major concern for Carlisle, who remain deep in relegation trouble near the bottom of the National League table, while Rochdale's win pushes them towards the playoff positions. The Rochdale manager was pleased with a professional performance, and the Carlisle boss admitted his team was not good enough on the day.