'The players should feel OK' - Blades boss Wilder

Sheffield United have won four of their past five games under Chris Wilder

Sheffield United should not feel too downhearted after Monday's defeat by Championship leaders Leeds, according to boss Chris Wilder.

The Blades conceded two late goals to lose 3-1 at Bramall Lane but remain in second place as they prepare to visit QPR on Saturday.

"I think about the game 24/7 so you think about your messages and attitude towards the players when they come back in," Wilder told BBC Radio Sheffield.

"From experience you go on their feelings and the vibe around the place and I asked the question: how are you feeling about yourselves?

"I don't want them to be jumping through hoops and delighted we got beaten but they're feeling OK about themselves, so I worked off the back of that and said they had every right to feel OK - we have to believe but not be arrogant about it which I would never let happen."

Wilder's side had won four successive league games before Monday's loss and are two points clear of third-placed Burnley, who they visit in April.

"There's a load of football to be played and a load of points to be won so let's get on with what we need to do," Wilder added.

"My message to the players and the supporters is embrace it and enjoy it."