The first half was a lacklustre affair with little being offered by either side.

Of what chances were created Crusaders striker David Rainey came closest with a shot wide of the target and another into the side netting.

The second period was little better although Gareth Tommons did test Crues 'keeper Chris Keenan with a well taken long range volley.

However, the monotony was broken with 19 minutes remaining when Black unleashed a right foot finish into the far corner to secure the points for the Crues.