
Fairclough emerged as a late substitute in the match at Bower Fold, when the Pilgrims trailed 1-0.
United threw everything forward in pursuit of an equaliser, but were caught twice by two late Craig Hobson goals.
Fairclough reviewed the defeat, biding his time to earn a starting position and facing Hyde FC in the FA Trophy on Saturday.
VIDEO: Ben Fairclough interview
NB: Apologies for the poor quality of this video.