FRUSTRATED Scunthorpe United Neil Cox felt Blues’ fans played a part in his side suffering a 1-0 defeat at Roots Hall.

James Olayinka’s late goal saw the Iron beaten by Essex opponents for the second time in the space of five days following their 1-0 loss to Colchester United on Tuesday night.

And Cox was frustrated by the latest setback.

“I’m really disappointed,” said Cox.

“I told the players this was going to be tough but we looked tired. Their organisation and their willingness to win at home with their crowd behind saw us fall into a trap.

“We gave it away and conceded a poor goal with the only real shot on target for both teams really.

“We had some great chances late on when the players did what I told them to do rather than what they wanted to do.

“Their fans were excellent and it’s good for football they’re back.

“I can’t wait for our fans to be with us and I’m hoping my boys will start to play a little bit better again when they are.

“We want to give them something to shout about.”