Cowdenbeath have climbed to sixth place in the Lowland League.
Cowdenbeath secured a win over Gretna at Central Park on Saturday, moving level on points with two other teams.
Manager Paul McLean said: "I wasn’t happy with our first half display, we weren’t at the races and I wasn’t happy.
"I questioned their attitude at the break and they responded well.
"I made a few chances and we went with two up front which worked out well for us.
"It was pleasing to see Darren Downie get the equaliser for us, his first goal of the season.
"Darren was our only striker at the start of the season and has put a lot of hard work into games."
This week, Cowdenbeath take a break from league action as they host Benburb in the first round of the Scottish Cup.
Benburb, from the West of Scotland League First Division, currently sit third from bottom after being relegated from the Premier Division last season.
McLean said: "The Scottish Cup is something everyone looks forward to.
"It’s a good way for clubs to get income if they have a good cup run and its enjoyable for both fans and players.
"We have had Benburb watched and know that they have a few good players in their squad and will have to be at our best to progress into the Second Round when the League Two clubs come in."
The Cowdenbeath boss also confirmed that goalkeeper Dion Gear has extended his contract until the end of next season.
Mr McLean said: "I was delighted to get Dion tied up to the club for another year.
"He’s impressed me from day one of pre-season and is someone I feel can continue to improve and really become one of the best goalkeepers in this league.
"He’s a great character in the dressing room and the type of player and person I want to take the club forward."
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