Jack Rodwell was left frustrated following Sunderland’s 0-0 draw with Burnley in the Emirates FA Cup.
The Black Cats controlled large spells of the game but they were unable to find a breakthrough, with the visitors sparking into life during the closing stages as James Tarkowski’s header clattered the post.
David Moyes’ side now face Turf Moor return following Saturday’s Stadium of Light showdown against Stoke City.
And speaking post-match, Rodwell urged his team-mates to dust themselves down and seal a fourth-round berth.
“It was a little bit disappointing because we wanted to win at home,” said the midfielder.
“We now have a replay at Turf Moor but we have to take the positives from today; we had a weakened squad out due to injuries but we dug in and got the draw, but like I said we’re disappointed because we wanted to win.”
He continued: “Personally I got 90 minutes under my belt which built on the Liverpool game where I got 60-65 minutes.
“It’s good for me fitness-wise and like you said we got a clean sheet, but we just didn’t have that spark around the box and the lads feel a little bit like it’s a defeat.
“It’s not, though, so we have to stay positive and win the replay.”
