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David McGoldrick and Frank Nouble both forced Manuel Almunia into saves late in the half and Diego Fabbrini hit the post for the visitors but Town and Watford remain locked at 0-0 at the break.
David McGoldrick netted Town’s first penalty of the season, but Troy Deeney equalised as the Blues drew 1-1 with Watford at Portman Road. McGoldrick put Town ahead in the 73rd minute after Gabriele Angella had handled, but Deeney hit back nine minutes from time.
Boss Mick McCarthy says the Blues have already begun the process of seeking to add to their squad during the January transfer window, although the Town manager believes it isn’t an ideal time to be doing business.
Town return to Birmingham City, scene of Mick McCarthy’s first game in charge of the Blues just over four years ago, looking for a win which could help to turn the current season around.
Town centre-half Tommy Smith has been named in the Sky Bet Football League Team of the Week for his goalscoring performance against Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.