Photo credit: Mark Cosgrove/News Images (Image: Mark Cosgrove/News Images)Nathan HemminghamHow far can Iliman Ndiaye go? Anel Ahmedhodzic believes he can be among the world's bestSheffield United forward Iliman Ndiaye. (Image: Ashley Allen/Getty Images)Nathan HemminghamHead to head United hold the upper hand in this fixture over the years, winning 30 of the 72 encounters and drawing 20. They are five without loss, having won four and have not suffered defeat to Hull on home soil in a league match since Boxing Day, 2010. The most famous meeting of these two sides in recent years was at Wembley in 2014, when United, then of League One, gave the Premier League side a shock as they led 2-1 at half-time in the FA Cup semi-final before losing 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller.
Sheffield United v Hull City Live update and analysisSheffield United entertain Hull City this evening at Bramall Lane looking to strengthen their grip on the Championship's automatic promotion places. Paul Heckingbottom's men have been in fine form of late and hope that continues this evening. They enter the fixture off the back of a 3-1 win at home to Stoke City last time out and are back under the lights for a Yorkshire derby against a Tigers' side who are also in decent shape under new manager Liam Rosenior. With news hitting the club today that they have been placed under a transfer embargo, Sheffield United supporters will be desperate for three points to lift the mood.
The perfect start. 19:50Dom Howson3 - Early chanceA teasing run from Ndiaye. His shot is charged down by McLoughlin. 19:47Dom HowsonWe are offUnited get this Yorkshire derby under way. 19:46Dom HowsonThe two teams are outWith Billy Sharp on the bench, John Egan captains the Blades tonight. 19:42Dom HowsonNearly showtimeCan the Blades make it three wins in a row in all competitions? It won't be easy.
Sheffield United starting XI: Foderingham; Ahmedhodzic, Egan, Robinson; Bogle, Berge, Norwood, Doyle, Lowe; Ndiaye, JebbisonSubs: Davies, Basham, Osborn, Coulibaly, McAtee, Sharp, McBurnie16:41Dom HowsonDavid Prutton's score predictionSheffield United are still on the tail of Burnley, but they will be far more interested in the gap to third place. That is 11 points and may well continue to grow. Hull have enjoyed a good run under Liam Rosenior. They have only lost once since he took over, and the gap to the relegation zone has increased. Despite all that, I can't really see them getting anything at Bramall Lane. He is backing United to prevail 2-1 at Bramall Lane. Nathan HemminghamAround the division Here are this weekend's Championship fixturesFriday: Sheffield United vs Hull (7:45pm); Burnley vs West Brom (8pm)Saturday: Coventry City vs Norwich (12:30pm); Birmigham vs Preston; Blackpool vs Huddersfield; Bristol City vs Blackburn; Cardiff vs Millwall; QPR vs Swansea; Stoke vs Reading; Watford vs Rotherham; Wigan vs LutonNathan HemminghamPre-match reading ahead of kick-off Sheffield United fans woke up to the news this morning that the club has been placed under a transfer embargo A general view of Bramall Lane, the home of Sheffield United.
Stay with us throughout the evening as we bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and live updates on our matchday blog below. 20:17Dom Howson30 - United are on the front footNeat approach play from United involving Norwood, Bogle and Berge. The midfielder's low delivery is palmed away by Ingram at his near post. United would love a second goal. 20:12Dom Howson25 - Good defendingCoyle lifts a dangerous cross into the box but Berge heads the ball away. Hull are having a little spell here. But the Tigers still trail 1-0. 20:07Dom Howson19 - Yellow cardDoyle goes into the book after a bad tackle on Connolly just inside Hull's half.
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20:01Dom Howson13 - Bogle chanceJones comes to Hull's rescue as Boyle raced in behind the visitors defence. The wing back's shot was blocked by the Hull centre-back. Better from United. 19:59Dom Howson12 - Hull threatCoyle wriggles his way past Doyle and gets to the byline but his cross is fathered by Foderingham.
20:05KEY EVENT17 - WHAT A CHANCE! It should be 2-0. Berge threads a lovely ball through for Jebbison. The striker fluffed his lines in front of goal as Ingram kept out his effort. Glorious chance. 20:02Dom Howson14 - Berge crossIngram gets down low at his near post to cut out Berge's low cross after excellent hold up play from Ndiaye. The next goal is going to be huge in this one.
(Image: Andrew Kearns, CameraSport via Getty Images)Nathan HemminghamHow today's news impacts Paul Heckingbottom's plans The Blades boss wanted a forward, but that may be on holdPaul Heckingbottom, manager of Sheffield United (Image: Arron Gent/News Images)Nathan HemminghamThe Premier League is the place to be There's no better time to be in the Premier LeagueGeneral view of Bramall Lane, home of Sheffield United (Image: Steve Flynn/News Images)Nathan HemminghamHull City boss 'in no doubt' over United promotion credentials The Tigers' boss has seen enough to think the Blades will be playing Premier League football next seasonHull City boss Liam Rosenior.
19:57KEY EVENT8 - Nearly 1-1United's appeal for an offside flag falls on deaf ears as Connolly nips in behind their defence. The striker sees his shot blocked by Foderingham. Excellent stop from the Blades goalkeeper. 19:52KEY EVENT4 - GOALUnited lead. Jebbison prods home from inside the six yard box after Ndiaye poked the ball through to him.
Hull have been good on their travels of late. Patience could be the key tonight. 18:54KEY EVENTHull City team news — Hull City (@HullCity) January 20, 2023 18:53Nathan HemminghamTeam news reaction A huge boost to see Oli McBurnie on the bench tonight. The striker has made just two cameo appearances as a sub since the World Cup break having struggled to overcome an ankle injury, so his return is more than welcome right now. A huge chance for Daniel Jebbison to stake his claim for more game time. The youngster has responded well to Paul Heckingbottom's instruction to step up to the plate and his ability to stretch the defence alongside Iliman Ndiaye is an exciting combination. 18:45KEY EVENTConfirmed Sheffield United team news Two changes for United tonight Daniel Jebbison comes in for Billy Sharp up top, while Tommy Doyle replaces James McAtee.
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