Sheffield in red, white and black. 19:43William JacksonWe're all set here They soundtrack the match build-up well at Bramall Lane, that's for certain. Teams will be out shortly. 19:38William JacksonThere's a few City fans hereThey've packed out the bottom tier of the stand behind the goal here at Bramall Lane, they're already making quite the noise, too. 19:36William JacksonThe Blades are flying They're second in the table at present, five points behind Burnley, who are also in action tonight at West Brom. Heckingbottom's side have won nine of their previous 11 in the league.
Sheffield United vs Hull City on 20 Jan 23 - Match CentreAhead of our trip to Bramall Lane to face automatic promotion-chasing Sheffield United, Liam Rosenior has revealed that his players are "fit and raring to go. " As well as revealing that no new injuries were picked up in last weekend’s 1-1 draw against Huddersfield Town at the MKM Stadium, Rosenior also provided an update on the fitness of several key players. “Allahyar (Sayyadmanesh) is out, ” said Rosenior.
“Benjamin (Tetteh) is getting fitter and fitter. Aaron Connolly is getting fitter and fitter. “Adama (Traoré) is doing great as well. He’s been in full training. He needs a bit more time because he’s been out for so long, but he’s doing great. It’s one of those where I just need to see him get through training for a couple of weeks.
Ndiaye looks to work a shooting opportunity on the edge of the area but his effort is bloked by Jones. 19:47KEY EVENTWe are underway! The hosts get the ball moving! 19:47William JacksonThe stage is set City have had their huddle. We'll be underway shortly. 19:45William JacksonHere come the teams! City in black and amber, with white socks for a change.
He beats the offside trap but he can't beat Foderingham. 19:54William JacksonThe worst start possible for City Rosenior will have asked his side to keep things tight in the opening few minutes especially as they look to settle into the contest. That was anything but tight though. How will they respond to that? 19:53William JacksonCity wide open at the back there Ahmedhodzic works the ball down the left, City fail to clear the danger, Ndiaye picks out Jebbison in space and the youngster is allowed to pick his spot. 1-0 Sheff U. 19:51KEY EVENTGOAL Sheffield United take the lead. 19:51William JacksonThe hosts carve out the first opportunity Coyle slips and gifts possession to the Blades, who advance through the middle.
The Tigers haven't suffered a Championship defeat since November, though, and they'll extend their unbeaten run to seven games should they avoid defeat tonight. Tyler Smith and Regan Slater will be amongst those hoping to impress against their former club and while Malcolm Ebiowei isn't expected to be involved, supporters will be keen to get another glimpse of Aaron Connolly, who joined the club earlier this month. We're reporting live from Bramall Lane all evening to bring you all the build-up, team news and match action as City take on Paul Heckingbottom's Blades. 20:17William JacksonIngram forced into action againBerge puts another fizzing effort into the mixer but Ingram is quick to parry it away. 20:12William JacksonCoyle puts another ball into the box Docherty was underneath it, but he was crowded out by the Blades' defence.
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Sheffield United vs Hull City LIVE match updatesWelcome along to this evening's live Hull City coverage as the Tigers travel to South Yorkshire to take on Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. LIam Rosenior's side needed an extremely late goal from Oscar Estupinan last time out against Huddersfield Town and they'll travel to Sheffield with belief that they can pull off an upset. The Blades are flying high in second, 11 points clear of the play-offs and they'll expect to see off City tonight on home soil.
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