'Relieved more than anything else' - O'Neill

Blackburn head coach Michael O'Neill speaking to BBC Radio Lancashire after the 3-1 win over Sheffield United which ensured Championship safety. "Relieved, more than anything else, delighted for the players, delighted for the club. I don't like to call it a celebration because you never want to be in this situation.

A really good performance, first half was a terrific performance, second half we had to show a different side of our character. "We made a little difficult for ourselves but they were always going to throw caution to the wind. To come here and win 3-1 is testament to the players and their application.

Their reaction was first class. "The squad has been really challenged with availability and that's never a good thing. It shows there is quite a lot of potential in the squad but equally we've got to recognise why we have to go the 45th game to preserve our Championship status.

It was very difficult to get the right team on the pitch so I think the staff have done a magnificent job. "I'm pleased because it was a difficult situation that I came into. The most important thing is there is a bit of positivity back in the club.