A blistering, up-and-at-em start had Hillsborough rocking. But it started to slip from the half-hour mark and in truth the second half probably just about belonged to them from down the road. There were few chances on either side, a couple of big chances were squandered and some poor defending let them in.
It’s a familiar tale on an afternoon you’d have hoped the old headaches might have had a day off.
Here are our player ratings after Sheffield United completed a Steel City derby double over the Owls at S6.
9. Josh Windass - 6
Saw little of it first half bar a couple of decent touches. Shot before the hour was well-struck but blocked. Came into it second half and was involved in brighter moments. | UGC
10. Djeidi Gassama - 4
Marginalised. Tried things but was crowded out and ultimately gave it away when he did get a touch. A victim of the way the game played out, perhaps. Off with 10 left. | UGC
11. Michael Smith - 7
Guilt-edged chance early doors was well saved by Cooper at close range. Not always pretty but made things stick and battled throughout. | UGC
12. Pol Valentin - 7
On in place of the injured Lowe before the break. Made the byline on occasion and threatened. | UGC