Speaking after the game, Posh boss Darren Ferguson said: “I wish the players believed in themselves as much I believe in them. We came up here thinking this was a game we could win, but we showed no conviction or belief in that first half.
“It was a very disappointing result and a very disappointing first-half performance. We didn’t have a shot on goal which was most unlike us.
“We were much more like ourselves in the second-half. We started well and Siriki Dembele gave us a spark, but he really should have scored from yards out. If we score then we could go on and win as I know this place. They can turn on you quickly.
“We caused them problems and although we did leave ourselves open to the counter attack we were much better. I was pleased with how sharp Jack Marriott and Sammie Szmodics looked when they came on, but I have to be frank and we have an issue with set-pieces which is a worry as they are so important in the Championship."
He concluded: “We have brought in Andy Butler to help and it’s not his fault what’s going on. We just aren’t aggressive enough. They’ve scored with a free header from four yards out and they had four free headers from corners the second half.
“We can’t switch off for a minute in this competition and we have to be take our home performances into the away games.”
Take a look at the latest news round-up from the Championship, as the window moves closer to its conclusion:
5. Tangerines linked with Ngoy
Blackpool have been linked with a move for ex-Stoke City starlet Julien Ngoy. The 23-year-old left the Potters to join Belgian side KAS Eupen last year, and is also thought to be of interest to Nottingham Forest. (Mirror) Photo: VIRGINIE LEFOUR
6. Swans could replace Grimes with Molumby
Swansea City have been tipped to make a move for Brighton midfielder Jason Molumby, if their skipper Matt Grimes moves on before the window closes. The Republic of Ireland international spent the second half of last season on loan with Preston North End. (Alan Nixon - Twitter) Photo: Srdjan Stevanovic
7. Trio join chase for Longstaff
Sheffield United, Blackpool and Huddersfield Town have all been credited with an interest in signing Newcastle United midfielder Matty Longstaff on loan. The Magpies are likely to accept whichever offer delivers the biggest wage contribution. (The Sun) Photo: Ian MacNicol
8. Lilywhites weigh up Wickham swoop
Preston North End could look to sign free agent Connor Wickham, who is currently training with the club. The free agent has previously had spells with the likes of Crystal Palace, Sunderland and Ipswich Town. (Lancashire Evening Post) Photo: Jack Thomas