Megson handed another reminder over the hard work that lies ahead

Gary Megson spoke candidly about the difficult task he faces in turning around the fortunes of Sheffield Wednesday following a disappointing defeat at runaway leaders Brighton.

After two encouraging home wins against Colchester and Tranmere, manager Megson admitted he could not identify any postives from his side’s reverse at a sunny Withdean Stadium.

A 44th-minute penalty by Chris Wood and Elliott Bennett’s tremendous strike 16 minutes from time put Brighton one win away from automatic promotion, while Megson was left to reflect on another below-par display.

He said: “We didn’t play like we can do and are a Jekyll and Hyde team big style.

“Wednesday are too big to be in this division but we are and we must deal with it.”

Brighton, who now boast 11 straight home wins, are on course to go through the entire season unbeaten at home in the league for only the second time in their history but Megson does not necessarily regard the Seagulls as a blueprint for his side.

He added: “Honesty, hard work, work-rate and better players will get you where you want to be.