Ratings: How Sheffield United players fared against Southampton

Foderingham: Made an astonishing late reaction save to deny Che Adams and made one excellent save in the shoot-out. 7

Bogle: His superb run set up Stevens's goal on a plate. Had plenty of work at the other end as well and Diallo nipped in front of him for Saints' first goal. 7

Basham: Made some key interventions on a night when he was extended. 6

Robinson: Another who had to be at full-stretch on occasions against a Saints forward line who had pace and movement. 6

Stevens: A collector's item with his first goal in over 18 months. Tested defensively at times. 6

Norwood: Put himself about and another in a home jersey to have an influence. 7

Guedioura: Handed a full debut and will be a lot better for the extended outing. Some good moments and clear to see his leadership credentials. 7

Freeman: Played a part in United's opener with a perceptive pass to send Bogle away. 6

Burke: Full of heart and running and his spirit could not be faulted. Poked a great chance wide after a strong run. 7

Ndiaye: A box of tricks and had a great first-half chance to score. Did momentarily switch off at other end for the Saints' second. Still a work in progress, it's easy to forget. Went off with cramp. 6

McBurnie. Made early mistakes, but crucially kept coming back for more and his endeavour was rewarded with his first goal since December. Later missed in the shoot-out, but it can happen to anyone. 7

Substitutes: Osborn (Freeman 45). Made his presence felt and provided an lovely assist for the Blades' leveller. Went close to scoring earlier and was highly influential. 8

Brewster (Burke 45). Worked his socks off with the ball and without it. Just needs something to drop - missed a penalty in the shoot-out. 6

Fleck (Ndiaye 78), 6.

Not used: Sharp, Verrips, Norrington-Davies, Lopata.