Rotherham manager Matt Hamshaw is preparing for a transformative summer after his side came from behind to see off Peterborough 2-1.
Hamshaw will lead the Millers next season following the dismissal of Steve Evans in March and his Sky Bet League One side finished the season with reason for optimism.
Goals from Sam Nombe and Cameron Humphreys secured the victory for the boyhood Miller.
He said: “Once we got stuck in and won our tackles and got tight to players, the fans got behind the team.
“All in all it’s nice that we go away with three points and the fans stayed for the lap of appreciation.
“It was not good enough defending (for the goal). We thought they would play inverted wingers and the first chance they had to come inside they scored. We reacted well.
“There are other areas we need to work on but the quick fixes have been set-pieces and it was nice to get a goal from one.
“It’s an exciting time moving forward, it might take time. I can’t say everything is going to go hunky-dory.
“The position in the league probably speaks volumes. It’s going to be another big summer.”
Peterborough were ahead within 30 seconds of the start as Abraham Odoh caught the Millers’ backline sleeping as he crept in from the left flank and bent a shot into the bottom corner nonchalantly.
Gustav Lindgren could have doubled the advantage but he was denied one-on-one by Dillon Phillips.
Rotherham came back into the game and got level thanks to Nombe, who was on hand to bundle the ball in after Louie Sibley’s shot had rattled the underside of the crossbar.
They had the better of the chances before and after the break and took advantage from a well-executed corner which saw Humphreys nod in from Joe Powell’s cross.
The home side came close to a third when Mallik Wilks’ header was kept out by Will Blackmore.
Tayo Edun could have snatched a late draw for the visitors but his curling effort from the edge of the box cannoned off the post.
Peterborough manager Darren Ferguson is calling on more from his team next season after they finished the season a disappointing 18th, just five points above the drop zone.
He said: “It was horrible after the first 35 seconds. We had a great start and thought could we go and carry that on?
“I think their first goal sums the season up. They had more desire.
“When we did get through in transitions there was a lot of space. We had one or two opportunities, but the two goals are really soft.
“We did not dominate the ball or create much. The basics we don’t get right.
“Just because we’re Peterborough we don’t have a divine right to be at the top of the league.
“For me, the biggest regret was not going up last season. That was our best chance.
“We know the players who are definitely leaving then I have to make decisions on the others. Pre-season is going to be very, very important because I need to see something different.
“We will have to box clever in recruitment again and some in the squad have got to step up otherwise it won’t change.”
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. PORTUGAL WIN THE UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE ON PENALTIES Nuno Mendes 😎 Anti Right Winger Morata : Me again? Congratulations Portugal & Ronaldo Kepa in Arsenal be like I am sorry. Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: BleacherReportFootball, Justtoonit, originaltrollfootball)...
PSG get talks underway with Bournemouth for ZabarnyiFabrizio Romano reports that PSG are determined to sign Ilya Zabarnyi this summer. While talks are underway with Bournemouth, the two clubs have not yet reached an agreement. The player remains keen to join Les Parisiens.Everton join Newcastle in race to sign GrealishEverton are interesting in acquiring the services of Manchester City outcast Jac...
WHAT HAPPENED?Napoli striker Osimhen has reportedly made up his mind on his future, and it seems like it won't include a sensational move to the Middle East. This comes from a scoop from journalist Buchi Laba, who reports that Osimhen has rejected a fifth offer from Saudi side Al-Hilal and would rather continue his career in Europe.THE BIGGER PICTURELaba claims that Osimhen is not interested in a ...
France captain Kylian Mbappe says he is satisfied with his side bouncing back from their Nations League loss to Spain in the third-placed play-off.Les Bleus finished the campaign with a win over Germany, thanks to goals from the Real Madrid star and Michael Olise.And while there was a lot to like about the French performance in Stuttgart, Mbappe took a balanced approach to things in his post-match...
WHAT HAPPENED?The German club have asked to be kept up to date on Sancho's situation, with the Man Utd outcast being touted as a possible replacement for Chelsea target Jamie Gittens, as per Sky Sports. Sancho has already re-joined the club from Manchester United once - a six-month loan spell at the end of last season - and could yet return for a third spell with the German giants. Chelsea paid a ...
Jobe Bellingham of Sunderland celebrates getting promoted back to the Premier LeagueEngland U21 midfielder Jobe Bellingham has agreed terms to leave Sunderland for Borussia Dortmund in a deal reported at around 331 million including add-ons.The Bedlington-born starlet joins the German club on a five-year contract following Sunderland's promotion to the Premier League.Dortmund has reportedly agreed...
Brian Priske has chosen to return to Sparta PragueBrian Priske has returned to Sparta Prague to take up the position as head coach, say the Czech club on their website."We are pleased to announce the appointment of our new head coach. We welcome Brian, who knows the environment in the club. We strongly believe that he will build on the successful work he has delivered in the past and help Sparta w...
Borussia Dortmund keen on signing Jadon SanchoBorussia Dortmund are weighing up a fresh move for Jadon Sancho amid uncertainty over his future at Manchester United.The Bundesliga side have requested to be kept informed about the Englishman’s status at Old Trafford, with the out-of-favour winger seen as a potential replacement for Chelsea-linked Jamie Gittens, according to Sky Sports.Sancho i...
Gravenberch names his 2025 Ballon d'Or favouriteRyan Gravenberch shared his 2025 Ballon d'Or choice, backing his Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah to win the prestigious award.The Egypt international was the frontrunner for the 2025 Ballon d'Or during the first half of the season, topping both the goals and assists charts in the Premier League.0"That's a tough one, but I'll go for my teammate: Moha...
Uriah RennieUriah Rennie, the first black man to referee in the Premier League, has died at the age of 65.WHAT HAPPENED?In August 1997, Rennie was named as the referee for a Premier League game between Derby County and AFC Wimbledon and made history as the division's first ever black referee. He went on to officiate over 300 top-flight games across 11 years, as well as refereeing domestic cup fina...
- 1 Transfer news & rumours LIVE
- 2 Marcus Rashford 'grows close' to stunning semi-pro padel player
- 3 Why Premier League transfer may be off the cards for Victor Osimhen as Man Utd make 'timid' attempts to convince striker
- 4 Chukwueze reveals cause of AC Milan’s ‘disastrous’ season
- 5 Transfer news & rumours LIVE
- 6 FIFA confirms 34 team base camp training sites in the United States for 2025 Club World Cup, including nine in Florida and five in Calitornia
- 7 Man Utd continue to be linked with Emi Martinez
- 8 Daily Laugh - Morata : Me again?
- 9 Daily Laugh - Mbeumo and his amazing talent
- 10 Liverpool's dream transfer window with six signings including £100m striker