‘The conditions were shocking’ - Grant McCann pleased with Doncaster Rovers’ attitude in goalless battle against Accrington Stanley - and the weather!

Both sides struggled to adjust to the horrendous weather conditions, as the Wham Stadium was subject to torrential rain and heavy winds throughout an uneventful 90 minutes.

McCann said: “It was the same for both teams. There weren’t many clear cut chances in the game. They had one early in the second half where we made a really good block. We had one where Harrison [Biggins] hit the bar. It was a scrappy game. There wasn’t much football played.

“The conditions were shocking but we are pleased with the boys. It is a good point here. It is a tough place to come and a lot of teams would have folded.

“Games like that, it’s usually a bit of individual quality which wins it but it didn’t happen today. But we kept going and I was pleased with the lads’ attitude.

“Due to the conditions, we just had to stay in the game. There have been times this season where close games like that we have lost. Today was a step in the right direction for us.

“It was just one of those games where nothing was happening either way. Credit to our fans, particularly to those who stood behind the goal. We will take the point and move on.”

Rovers had up to ten players missing for the League Two contest, including James Maxwell, who may need an operation on his knee.

“He is struggling with his knee still,” confirmed McCann. “He tried to train on Thursday but it was too sore. We’ll see how he is but he possibly may need an operation to clear up his knee, which may keep him out for three to four weeks.”

He added: “We are not having much luck this season with injuries. We came here with ten players (injured), some big players as well. (Zain) Westbrooke is going to need an operation, possibly will keep him out for three months, George Miller we may not see again this season, he’s going to have an operation. It has just been horrendous.

“The injuries have been shocking. I have not seen anything like it. It is a credit to this group. They keep going.”

Looking ahead to next Saturday’s home game with Morecambe, McCann said: “We have been strong at home. If you win your home games and take points away from home as well then it bodes well for a good run for us.

“Hopefully the weather will be a bit better than this! That would be nice!”