On a day of missed opportunities for United, here’s how we rated the United players...
5. Jack O'Connell - 7
Came into the side again with O'Connell absence, and a superb defensive challenge prevented Adams from testing Henderson from about 10 yards out Photo: PETER POWELL
6. Enda Stevens - 6
Picked up an assist after his underhit cross wasn't dealt with at all by the Saints defence as Lundstram scored Photo: Michael Regan
7. Sander Berge - 6
Used his stature to good effect at times and showed some promising signs in his natural 'sitting' position in the absence of Norwood Photo: Richard Heathcote
8. John Lundstram - 7
Superb ball down the line in the first half set up brilliant chance for Sharp and then took advantage of some average defending to put the Blades ahead. Later forced a superb save from McCarthy Photo: Pool