[Slick_Footwork]

Interesting half because Sheffield United have had all of the ball, but we look more threatening on the occasions we have it. Probably deserve to be in front.

The key improvements seem to be having a midfielder who can win a 50/50 in Snodgrass and committing more bodies in the box generally. Both were on display for the goal where Snodgrass nipped in and won the ball in a situation where any other midfielder would've stood off. That win of possession lead to the move where Phillips was on hand to capitalise on the goalkeeper's spill.

Did anyone see Sam screaming at Conor Townsend to get forward? He's no Pulis, he's the one demanding these players actually commit to breaking with purpose.

My one fear is that we are sitting a bit too deep and if that continues, Sheffield United will capitalise. We're giving them too many opportunities to run at our box while we're deep and not closing down the shots.

But going forward there is a marked improvement. In Diagne we have a proper number 9 who is able to link up with his back to goal and bring others in. It seems that whenever the ball goes up to him, we have the opportunity to make something happen.

Result can go in any direction, but if we don't make any cock ups or give away silly fouls, it feels like we should get more chances on the break.

But generally speaking, so far, so good.