Sheffield United looked dangerous from a few set pieces early on but Wolves started to grow into the game as their wide players were a growing force.īoth Adama Traore and Diogo Jota raced clear on their respective wings and tried to find Raul Jimenez but the Mexican striker was crowded out by Sheffield United’s defense.Īfter a lovely cross from Jack O’Connell, Ollie McBurnie had a header on target but Rui Patricio saved easily. Sheffield United’s overlapping center backs are a joy to watch. John Egan - Great defensive display to keep Raul Jimenez quiet and a threat when he strode forward as he scored the winner in stoppage time with a fine header. That would be a great achievement even if they just come up short of qualifying for the Champions League. Wolves could easily finish sixth and Sheffield United seventh and they’d both be in the Europa League next season. Fine seasons for both: Both teams had Champions League dreams for the majority of the season and they are still in the hunt. He and Wolves were missing their spark.ģ. Traore has had his minutes managed since the restart and you can understand why. On the few occasions he did have a run at the Blades defense he caused problems, but it wasn’t enough. Traore fails to fire: He took a knock to his troublesome shoulder early on and they set the tone for a disjointed display. This is why they are in seventh place in the Premier League.Ģ. They withstood plenty of Wolves pressure and scored a later winner from a set piece to seal yet another tight win. Wilder’s side were resilient defensively, dangerous from wide areas and kept their positions well. Solid Sheffield United: This was more like the Blades we’ve come to know and love.
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