Sheffield United LIVE: Paul Heckingbottom's pre-Burnley press conference | Jebbison called up by England | Reaction to Len Badger's passing
The Blades face Burnley on Sunday – in front of fans, of course! – and boss Paul Heckingbottom will face the media this afternoon to preview it. We’ll have that, and all the other stories to come out of Bramall Lane today, covered right here in our live blog.
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Sheffield United prepare to say goodbye to the Premier League and a forgettable but informative season
Sheffield United’s latest Premier League campaign, and definitely their last for at least another 15 months, has provided precious few memorable moments but plenty of upset and pain.
Still, as Paul Heckingbottom admitted during his media conference earlier today, at least it will finish on a positive note. Sunday’s match at Bramall Lane, against perennial over-achievers Burnley, marks the return of supporters to their stadium.
“It’s not given us any extra incentive, because we want to win anyway,” Heckingbottom, United’s caretaker manager said. “And it’s about more than just football. It’s another step towards normality, seeing people in the grounds.”
Sheffield United prepare to say goodbye to the Premier League and a forgettable but informative season
Goodbye old season. You certainly won’t be missed.
Why Paul Heckingbottom hopes Sheffield United's Premier League farewell is a still a celebration
Paul Heckingbottom says he hopes this weekend’s match against Burnley will be a celebration of everything Sheffield United have achieved over the past two seasons, despite the fact it marks the end of their stay in the Premier League.
Paul Heckingbottom hopes Sheffield United's Premier League farewell is a still a celebration
Paul Heckingbottom says he hopes this weekend’s match against Burnley will be a celebration of everything Sheffield United have achieved over the past two seasons, despite the fact it marks the end of their stay in the Premier League.
"Fantastic news" - Sheffield United tie five promising young players down to new contracts
Sheffield United have tied five of their exciting young players down to long-term contracts at Bramall Lane, with academy boss Jack Lester promising to continue to “push the boundaries” in developing promising talent for the Blades.
"Fantastic news" - Sheffield United tie five promising young players down to new contracts
Sheffield United have tied five of their exciting young players down to long-term contracts at Bramall Lane, with academy boss Jack Lester promising to continue to “push the boundaries” in developing promising talent for the Blades.
"Sorely missed" - Paul Heckingbottom pays tribute to Len Badger after Sheffield United legend's sad passing
Paul Heckingbottom, the Sheffield United manager, says Len Badger will be “sorely missed” after paying tribute to the Blades legend following his death at the age of 75.
"Sorely missed" - Paul Heckingbottom pays tribute to Len Badger after Sheffield United legend's sad passing
Paul Heckingbottom, the Sheffield United manager, says Len Badger will be “sorely missed” after paying tribute to the Blades legend following his death at the age of 75.
PH on his old club Barnsley’s play-off chances
I think they can do it. I watched a bit of the second half and there’s no surprises with Barnsley now, they get it forward quickly and you have to deal with that. Swansea did that and they had more quality in the final third. They’ll be favourites but I hope Barnsley can do it. It’s going to be tough, two other teams in the semi-final, but we’ll watch with interest as well because that’s our league as well for next season.