Allen rues inexperience

Martin Allen blamed inexperience for Brentford's failure to beat Peterborough.

His side dominated for long periods of yesterday's 0-0 draw at Griffin Park but struggled to break down a belligerent defence.

The point leaves Brentford in seventh place in League One, separated from the play-off positions on goal difference.

Allen said: "We had a couple cleared off the line but we never created a great deal of chances. When the players find themselves where we are, as quickly in their careers, it takes time. It takes these experiences to learn how to cope with it."

Brentford missed the attacking flair of suspended striker Deon Burton, who is also banned for Saturday's trip to Stockport. New signing Marcus Gayle did not play due to a hamstring problem but could feature at Edgeley Park.