I think it was a good performance overall. We battled and stuck to the game plan throughout and if we had shown as much spirit in a number of league games this season, we would be a lot higher up the table. Hill got most of the tactical decisions right as well, and gave us a chance with a depleted side.
I thought we actually looked a lot more comfortable in the second half than the first, and had more possession, but Barnsley slowed the game down and sat in and we struggled to create.
I thought Ferrier caused them problems in the first half, but we just don't see that sort of performance from him enough in routine matches. Spearing was everywhere and showed good leadership and was my man of the match. Woolery produced some great deliveries from the right wing, which gives us food for thought. I thought both full backs were excellent, and I don't understand why Hill does not rate O'Connor. I lost count of the number of blocks and interceptions he made today. I thought Ray was the stronger of the two centre halves, with Manny erratic in possession at times and caught on the ball in the build up to the penalty.
Let us hope we have got a few players back for next Saturday.