Bryan Robson believes a lack of "composure" was the only thing that stood between his side and three points against Watford.
Mixed feelings for under-pressure Blades boss
Bryan Robson says a lack of composure was the only thing that stood between Sheffield United and three points against Watford.
The Blades boss had to settle for a share of the spoils despite a much-improved second-half performance, during which David Carney cancelled out Nathan Ellington's opener in a 1-1 draw.
And although Robson was pleased with his side's efforts - particularly after Sunday's FA Cup win over Manchester City - he was upset that they were unable to kill the game off late on.
Robson said: "In the first half Watford put the ball forward, there were a lot of high balls and battling for second balls. I just thought our composure wasn't there in the first half; we played into Watford's hands.
"But it was a great response in the second half from us, considering we played on Sunday.
"I think in the second half once we'd got the goal, there was only one team who would win it."
Plight
Robson again came underfire from some sections of the United crowd and opposite number
Adrian Boothroyd admitted he could understand Robson's plight.
"I understand the fans because we get the same at our place, because there's an expectation," said Boothroyd. "We've both come from the Premiership and we're expected to win games and be up there.
"Particularly with the lead we've had, the players get nervous.
"We've found we've been better away from home of late, but hopefully we can get away from that and start winning at home.
"This is the hardest season I've had yet by far, managing the expectation; the players are low after relegation and a tough season.
"I totally emphasise with Bryan, we've been a bit luckier than they have, but I would think he's strong enough to take it."
