Coventry City manager Andy Thorn admitted that he thought the occasion of the Sky Blues first League One game for 49 years and a sell out Sky Blue following, officially announced as 2,136 got to his players.
Speaking to the Press Association, Thorn said: "The first half was a typical first game of the season where everyone was a bit on the edge, and the occasion got to us.
When we scored I thought we settled down, but we are very disappointed with the goal we conceded.
"Cody McDonald could have had a hat-trick. He was pulled down for a penalty and on another day you never know. We created enough chances to win the game. I've seen it on the video and it's a blatant penalty, but we're pleased to get the season underway.
"I didn't think we really played at the top of our game, but still created lots of chances, so that's encouraging. It's a point away from home on the first day of the season against a tough team. Now we need to kick on."