Chris Wilder’s Bold Sheffield United Promise Sets Stage for Explosive Derby Showdown with Wednesday as Tensions Rise

05/11/2024 Raymond 0

As Sheffield United gears up for the first Steel City derby since 2019, manager Chris Wilder is determined to keep his squad focused on the immediate challenge: Bristol City. Despite the growing anticipation for Sunday’s clash with Sheffield Wednesday, Wilder insists that the Blades can’t afford to look past tonight’s fixture at Ashton Gate. “Our full focus is on Bristol City,” he stated. “They’re a tough side, and if we take our eyes off the ball, we’ll get punished.” With the help of experienced players like Souttar, Robinson, and Kieffer Moore, Wilder aims to ensure his squad stays grounded, taking each match as it comes.

Sheffield Wednesday Boss Speaks Out on Controversial Double Penalty Call That Left Owls Fans Fuming

03/11/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Röhl expressed no objections to the penalties awarded against his team but was critical of his players’ contributions that led to those calls. Penalties at Hillsborough have become a rarity; the last one awarded to Wednesday was during their play-off semifinal victory over Peterborough United. This ongoing scarcity has turned the absence of spotkicks into a frequent topic of humor among the Owls fanbase.

When questioned about the two penalty decisions following the match against Watford, Röhl shared his concerns, focusing more on the mistakes that led to the penalties rather than the refereeing decisions themselves. He stated, “I think you can give both. The first one is maybe a handball, and that handball is unnecessary… You lose the ball, and normally you can control it; that is our strength, you can pass out and go.”

Röhl emphasized that these errors were uncharacteristic for his team and needed to be addressed quickly to avoid further struggles in the next match. As they prepare for a challenging fixture against Sheffield United, the manager is keenly aware of the improvements required to regain their footing before the international break.

Rally Behind Meslier! Ex-Leeds Star Defends Keeper After Costly Blunder

06/10/2024 Raymond 0

Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier is under intense scrutiny after a stoppage-time error allowed Sunderland to secure a 2-2 draw, costing Leeds valuable points in their promotion push. Despite the criticism, former Leeds star Jermaine Beckford has come to Meslier’s defense, urging fans to support the young keeper. “He didn’t put a foot wrong until one mistake changed everything in the final seconds,” Beckford said. “Fortunately, he’s going to save us more points than he will cost us.” With a crucial match against Sheffield United looming, Leeds will need to regroup and recover after the international break.

Carlton Palmer Declares Sheffield United Star a ‘Nightmare’ Opponent for Ex-Teammates at Sheffield Wednesday!

27/09/2024 Raymond 0

The former Cardiff City and Wigan Athletic forward has gone over a month without scoring, experiencing four consecutive goalless matches since his debut at Bramall Lane, where he netted a first-half goal against QPR on August 10. While some Sheffield United fans have criticized Moore for his lack of goals, the underlying statistics indicate that he is likely to start scoring again soon. He boasts an expected goals (xG) return of 3.0, which is only surpassed by Josh Maja, the division’s top scorer with six goals from six matches. Despite his struggles in front of goal, Moore has made a strong impression in his new environment in the Steel City, and his all-around skills make him a challenging opponent for any Championship defender.

Transfer news and rumours: Souttar to Sheffield United, Sanchez to Udinese

07/08/2024 Raymond 0

Leicester City, newly promoted to the Premier League, have announced that towering defender Harry Souttar will be loaned to Sheffield United for the 2024-25 season. The Australian international, who has struggled for playing time at Leicester, will join the Blades without an option for a permanent transfer. Last season, Souttar made just four appearances for Leicester, and with strong competition in the defensive lineup, he has been deemed surplus to requirements. Excited about the move, Souttar stated, “As soon as I found out I was available and the club was looking at me, it was a no-brainer to come here.” Despite being under contract with Leicester until 2028, Souttar has played only 16 games for the Foxes since his January 2023 transfer from Stoke City.

Celtic ace lands £30m price tag, Rangers eye Liverpool 19 y/o, new Hearts deal, Hibs close to more signings – Scottish transfers

05/08/2024 Raymond 0

Rangers are reportedly eyeing a move for teenage Liverpool midfielder Bobby Clark, who is on the fringes of the Anfield first team. With new manager Arne Slot reviewing the squad, Clark could be among those permitted to go out on loan. The Athletic notes that Championship clubs Leeds United, Sheffield United, Norwich City, and Coventry City are also interested, while RB Salzburg has made a £6 million bid for the 19-year-old.