Sheffield United's promotion hopes were dealt a massive blow as they were seen off by Bristol City at Bramall Lane today.

The Blades twice led but could not find an answer to an Andreas Weimann hat-trick, as the Robins reignited their own play-off push in the Championship.

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Sheffield United had not conceded a goal in seven games, but saw defender Jack O'Connell forced off through injury, with replacement Marvin Johnson seemingly at fault for the two winning goals for the away side.

Johnson has been on the periphery of the squad for much of the season and hasn't quite endeared himself to United fans when he has played, and his showing in his short time on the field today will have done little to strengthen that relationship.

That appeared to be the case on social media too following the game, as plenty of Blades fans took time out to single out Johnson for criticism.

We took a closer look then at just what was being said...