'Frustrating and annoying': Matt Hamshaw reacts to Rotherham United defeat to Blackpool

Matt Hamshaw lamented Rotherham United's worst home performance of the season after watching his side sink to a 3–0 defeat against lowly Blackpool.

The Millers went into Wednesday's clash in high spirits on the back of a nine-game unbeaten run in League One but ended the night licking their wounds following a chastening experience.

Danny Imray and Tom Bloxham scored early goals to stun the New York Stadium before Ashley Fletcher put the seal on a big win for the visitors.

"It's really frustrating and annoying," said Hamshaw.

"It's probably the lowest ebb at home. The Donny and Cardiff games were disappointing but to lose in that manner is not who I am or who the club is.

"That's the frustration but it's for me to put right."

Rotherham had 17 shots to Blackpool's 11 but could find no way past Bailey Peacock-Farrell, who produced the save of the night to push Marvin Kaleta's goal-bound strike on to the post.

Hamish Douglas also hit the woodwork for the frustrated hosts.

It was a frustrating night for Matt Hamshaw and his side. (Photo: Paul Harding/Getty Images)placeholder image
It was a frustrating night for Matt Hamshaw and his side. (Photo: Paul Harding/Getty Images)

"We had enough chances," added Hamshaw.

"Hamish hits the post, Jordan Hugill could have scored in the first half and Kian Spence had a great opportunity. They need to go in. We hit the post twice and the keeper makes some real good saves.

"I haven't seen them yet but the stats will suggest we had a better xG. It's all rubbish because you've got to take your opportunities. That's the frustration for me."

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