Adkins hails Iron resolution

Two goals from Grant McCann coupled with a Paul Hayes strike gave the Iron a well-deserved win.

"This is a fantastic victory for us, great credit to the players," said Adkins.

"The work-rate was phenomenal, we tried to pass and we showed character yet again. We have been very resolute. I am very proud of the players."

Kevin Blackwell, the Sheffield United manager, said Scunthorpe were deserved victors.

"It would be too easy for me to hide behind the fact we have had a load of injuries. We got what we deserved, which was nothing. We were poor from start to finish," he said.

"We have had 10 injuries and I have got a squad of 22. We couldn't fill the bench. But to use it as an excuse would disrespect Scunthorpe, who were at it and deserved the win."