Edwards happy with a point
ROB Edwards was happy to extend Luton Town’s unbeaten run to 14 games after a much-changed side were held to a goalless Championship draw by Hull City.
The Hatters boss swapped eight of his players with an eye on Saturday’s play-off semi-final first-leg clash against Sunderland, but those selected kept a 20th clean sheet of the season.
City’s 16th draw of the campaign saw them finish 15th in the table and with much excitement surrounding the summer ahead of next season, Edwards’ positive comments about the Tigers will only add further to Liam Rosenior’s encouragement.
“Today was about resting key players, let’s be honest,” said Edwards.
“It was about making sure we didn’t risk anyone unnecessarily and it was about giving some players some game time as over the next couple of games, if they’re needed, we want people up to speed, so I think it was twofold and overall it was a successful day.
“I want to say well done to Liam Rosenior and what they’ve done this season as well because he’s building a good style there and they’re difficult to go and press at times.
“For some of the lads who haven’t played that much, to do a lot of double runs and a lot of pressing was good and also when we had the ball, especially in the first half, we showed some good control, and were brave with it.
“We did create one or two decent chances and moments but the game fizzled out a little bit towards the end.”
A quiet first half saw Allahyar Sayyadmanesh’s shot deflect onto the post for the Tigers, before Joe Taylor’s header drew a great save from visiting keeper Matt Ingram on his first start since February.
Adama Traore was denied by Luton stopper James Shea and Hatters substitute Luke Berry saw his chip from just inside the visitors’ half drop narrowly over the bar.