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.
13. Marvin Johnson - 6
On with just under 20 minutes to go. Provided a big of something different, forced Cooper into a good save late on. | UGC
14. Nathaniel Chalobah - 6
Replaced Charles with 19 minutes left. Battled and looked after the ball on the few occasions it arrived. | UGC
15. Svante Ingelsson - 6
On in place of the spent Paterson with 19 to run. Huge chance to equalise late on. It came to him quick. | UGC
16. Anthony Musaba- N/A
On for Gassama late to mark his return from injury. Had a bright moment. | UGC