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Inside the Wild West of football's private trainers: Bitter rows with clubs over freak injuries in behind the scenes sessions, the jaw-dropping tales of unqualified 'cowboys' giving the professionals a bad name and why 90 per cent of stars use them
04/09/25 10:55
INSIDE THE EFL: The season was less than a week old but Paul Heckingbottom's patience was already wearing thin. This wasn't about a dodgy refereeing call or the sale of a key player though, but an increasingly contentious issue in football that one source described as a 'minefield': the rise of private trainers working with footballers....read
Preston boss Paul Heckingbottom on plotting an Aston Villa giant-killing: You can have an idea when you're playing Football Manager, but when you play Champions League quarter-finalists, you use what you've got
29/03/25 02:00EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LUKE POWER: Dressed in a navy kit overlooking the sunlit turf at Preston's training complex, his handshake is warm and his eyes are cold as steel.
Iliman Ndiaye is Everton's ace in the pack... the new signing can lead their charge back up the table
22/09/24 21:36LEWIS STEELE AT THE KING POWER STADIUM; One of the criticisms laid at Sean Dyche's door last season was predictability in Everton's game plans.
Preston forward Milutin Osmajic appears to BITE Blackburn's Owen Beck on the neck in shocking scenes in Lancashire derby
22/09/24 14:50MIKE WHALLEY: Preston forward Milutin Osmajic could be set for a lengthy ban from football after appearing to bite Blackburn defender Owen Beck (left) during the Lancashire derby.
Iliman Ndiaye's 'unbelievable' solo goal has coaches comparing him to Diego Maradona... why Everton's new £15m man could be one of the signings of the summer, writes LEWIS STEELE
04/07/24 22:35LEWIS STEELE: Iliman Ndiaye's most spellbinding moment - and there are many - came at a kick-about with zero fans. For Everton fans, there are plenty of reasons to get excited after his arrival.
Sheffield United 1-4 Burnley: Clarets boost survival hopes as victory over rock bottom Blades in relegation six-pointer moves Vincent Kompany's side just three points from safety
20/04/24 15:57ROSS HEPPENSTALL AT BRAMALL LANE: This was another sad but familiar view of Sheffield United 's sorry campaign as they suffered the indignity of Burnley completing a league double over them.
EPISODE 13: It's All Kicking Off! - Chelsea in an identity crisis?
18/04/24 15:11It's All Kicking Off', the weekly podcast by Mail Sport, presented by Football Editor, Ian Ladyman and star columnist Chris Sutton.
EPISODE 24: It's All Kicking Off! - Manchester City will open United up at will' Manchester derby preview
18/04/24 14:55'It's All Coming Up' is the punchy, short and sharp little brother of 'It's All Kicking Off', featuring Mail Sports' Football Editor, Ian Ladyman, and former Premier League winner Chris Sutton
KATHRYN BATTE: Too many clubs in the women's game are afraid to sack managers when things go stale - tight finances and shortage of top coaches are driving down standards
09/04/24 00:00WOMEN'S FOOTBALL COLUMN: Pressing the panic button does not always work. There are obvious cost issues with doing so and there is no guarantee that the replacements will fare any better.
Sheffield United 0-6 Arsenal: Mikel Arteta's title juggernaut picks up speed and hits Blades with full force to send message to Liverpool and City - with four goals in first 25 minutes!
04/03/24 21:59IAN LADYMAN AT BRAMALL LANE: The first trickle of supporters heading for the exits started after 15 minutes. Yes, 15 minutes. What a night this was.
REVEALED: New data shows the top performing Premier League managers this season - with a surprise leader and Pep Guardiola in 10th... but where do Erik ten Hag and Mauricio Pochettino rank on the list from stats boffins?
06/02/24 14:24Interestingly, the 2022-23 season saw the most managerial sackings of any season in the top-flight , with 14 managers being handed their marching orders.
Sacked Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom, 46, is banned from driving after being caught at 57mph in a 50mph zone after string of motoring offences despite claiming it would stop him getting another job
30/01/24 18:19Paul Heckingbottom, 46, has been handed a £1,510 fine and a six-month road ban after exceeding the speed limit in a temporary 50mph zone on the M1. The ex-manager said it will harm his job prospects.
Leicester City cut short Luke Thomas loan deal with Sheffield United - as SECOND January loan exit is confirmed for the Blades
13/01/24 01:03The Championship league leaders have been flying so far following their relegation from the top division.
Premier League clubs 'circle for Liverpool legend Roberto Firmino', with Brazilian frustrated at Al Ahli and Saudi side 'open to loan move'
28/12/23 20:12Former Liverpool star and Al Ahli forward Roberto Firmino is attracting interest from clubs in England, Turkey, and other Saudi teams, according to talkSPORT.
Jurgen Klopp and Unai Emery have led their sides' revolutions while Erik ten Hag struggles and Pep Guardiola fails to meet his high standards... and is Mauricio Pochettino right for Chelsea? Premier League managers GRADED
21/12/23 15:48Mail Sport have assessed the 20 Premier League bosses with a report card for each one, looking at the pros and cons of each man's performance so far this season and what could be done to improve.
Sheffield United 0-2 Liverpool: Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai on target as Reds move two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal
06/12/23 21:32LEWIS STEELE AT BRAMALL LANE: Liverpool made ground on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table after recording a 2-0 victory over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.
Jurgen Klopp was labelled 'selfish' and a 'politician' for wanting five subs back in 2020 by Chris Wilder... then called him out live on BT Sport! Now they renew hostilities as Sheffield United host Liverpool tonight
06/12/23 15:07Wilder is set to take charge of his first Blades game in over two years, having masterminded their promotion to the top-flight and dazzling in their debut campaign.
Chris Wilder insists it's 'us against the world' as the returning Sheffield United boss attempts to build a siege mentality ahead of the Blades' clash with Liverpool
05/12/23 22:30JOE BERNSTEIN: 'It has always been us, Sheffield United against the world,' said Wilder. 'We're not a club that dominates or lords it over others. I like that. We can take advantage.
New Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder calls on his players to 'get off the ropes' and 'swing some punches' in fight against relegation
05/12/23 17:05Wilder admitted the standard of United's recent performances fell way short of what the club's supporters expect from their team.
Jurgen Klopp jokes 'we can BIN our analysis' after Sheffield United swapped their manager on the eve of Liverpool's trip to Bramall Lane... as Reds boss confirms Caoimhin Kelleher will continue in goal with Alisson out
05/12/23 14:59Klopp was doing his own pre-match media when it was confirmed the Premier League's bottom club had sacked Heckingbottom with former boss Chris Wilder returningChris Wilder is BACK at Sheffield United as the club confirm the appointment of their former boss to replace the sacked Paul Heckingbottom
05/12/23 13:06Heckingbottom became the first Premier League boss of the season to be sacked on Tuesday with the Blades rooted to the bottom of the Premier League.
Chris Wilder will bring the rock 'n' roll back to Sheffield United as he nears a return... his Blades team lost more to behind-closed-doors football than any of their rivals during the Covid pandemic
04/12/23 22:30CRAIG HOPE: If both parties thought they could go on to better things, the intervening years have told a different story. They are, you suspect, better off together.
Sheffield United ready to sack their manager Paul Heckingbottom as they cancel his press conference for today - with Chris Wilder primed to take over
04/12/23 08:48The Blades sit bottom of the Premier League table and have won just one game since their return to the top flight. Heckingbottom would be the first top-flight boss to be sacked this season.
Humiliated Paul Heckingbottom to be put out of his misery after Sheffield United's heavy defeat at Burnley, as Blades capitulate after Oli McBurnie's red card
03/12/23 22:30JACK GAUGHAN AT TURF MOOR: If this was to be Paul Heckingbottom's last stand at Sheffield United, he refused to go down wondering.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom admits he is feeling the pressure at Bramall Lane after fans chanted 'Hecky out' during dismal 5-0 loss to Burnley... as he insists - 'I was angry too'
02/12/23 18:56JOE BERNSTEIN: The under-fire boss admitted chants of 'Hecky out' and 'You're not fit to wear the shirt' put him at risk. Former manager Chris Wilder has been linked to the post.
Chris Sutton slams 'idiot' Oli McBurnie for 'losing his head' after Sheffield United striker was sent off for TWO elbows in Burnley thrashing
02/12/23 17:13Chris Sutton has slammed Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie after he was sent off for two bookable offences.
Burnley 5-0 Sheffield United: Clarets claim their first home win of the season in emphatic style to heap misery on 10-man Blades and embattled coach Paul Heckingbottom
02/12/23 16:56JOE BERNSTEIN AT TURF MOOR: After losing their first seven home matches - an unwanted top-flight-record - Burnley got the quick start they wanted.
Why doesn't Vincent Kompany get the same scrutiny as Paul Heckingbottom? The big debate on It's All Kicking Off as Chris Sutton says Burnley are 'drowning' in the Premier League
30/11/23 22:42Widely considered the two worst teams in the Premier League, Burnley and Sheffield United face off in a six-pointer at Turf Moor this weekend, although a win will still leave them in the bottom three.
IAN LADYMAN: It's sacking season but not a single boss has gone (yet)... and Vincent Kompany should NOT be the first. Burnley would struggle to find a more qualified man to bring them back up if they are relegated
30/11/23 17:00IAN LADYMAN - FOOTBALL EDITOR: It is unusual in our game to think long-term - with many clubs panicked about the idea of relegation - but maybe Burnley are on to something.
Vincent Kompany insists Burnley WILL turn things around as they gear up for crunch bottom-of-the-table clash against Sheffield United
30/11/23 16:46The gut-wrenching defeat by West Ham United last weekend was their sixth consecutive reverse in the Premier League on a difficult return to the top flight.
Paul Heckingbottom in a world of pain as patience and hope drains away at struggling Sheffield United
26/11/23 23:19Where defensive statistics were once a source of great pride for Paul Heckingbottom, this season's numbers are the kind that will be keeping the Sheffield United boss up at night.
Sheffield United 1-3 Bournemouth: Marcus Tavernier brace secures win and sends Cherries flying over Blades as hosts sink to bottom of the league despite Oliver McBurnie's late goal
25/11/23 17:07HENRY CLARK AT BRAMALL LANE: It is probably a little premature to start labelling games as 'must-win' given that we are still over a month away from the turn of the year.
Paul Heckingbottom insists Everton's points deduction could 'open the door for other big decisions'... but the Sheffield United boss admits the Toffees sanction won't help the Blades win more points
23/11/23 19:55The Toffees were docked 10 points last week for breaching Premier League financial rules over a three-year period, plummeting them from 14th in the table into the relegation zone.
Vincent Kompany retains Burnley's faith despite the Clarets worst start in 52 years... after picking up four points from 10 matches on their Premier League return
01/11/23 00:59The Clarets, who travel to Everton in the Carabao Cup fourth round, have picked up just four points from their opening 10 matches, after an eighth defeat of their return to the Premier League .
Sheffield United break record for the worst EVER start to a Premier League season after Arsenal defeat... with Paul Heckingbottom's side picking up just one point from their first 10 games
28/10/23 17:08Paul Heckingbottom's side have taken just one point from their first 10 games back in England's top division after promotion last year, also registering a minus 22 goal difference with just seven scored.
EXCLUSIVE: Paul Heckingbottom could be sacked THIS WEEKEND if Sheffield United lose at Arsenal... with former Blades boss Chris Wilder in line to replace him
26/10/23 18:32EXCLUSIVE: Mail Sport revealed last month that Wilder had been sounded out over a shock return to Bramall Lane and since then Heckingbottom's side have lost a further five straight games.
THE NOTEBOOK: Bramall Lane pays tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton and Tommy Hoyland, Andre Onana shows he CAN confound his critics, and Manchester United fans continue anti-Glazer protests
21/10/23 23:44THE NOTEBOOK: Emotion dripped from every corner of Bramall Lane. Man United fans arrived still coming to terms with the news of Sir Bobby Charlton's passing.
Why is Sheffield United vs Man United kicking off at 8pm tonight? Erik ten Hag's Red Devils set to be without Casemiro for crunch clash at Bramall Lane
21/10/23 11:00Erik ten Hag 's side will be looking to win their second league game in a row for the first time this season.
Chris Basham will 'come back fit as a fiddle' despite horrific ankle break, insists Paul Heckingbottom - as Sheffield United boss reveals he is still in hospital but is recovering well
19/10/23 19:10The 35-year-old suffered a shocking fracture to his ankle in the defeat at Fulham before the international break and remains in hospital after two operations.
Why is Sheffield United vs Man United kicking off at 8pm on Saturday? As Erik ten Hag's side chase back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time this season
19/10/23 09:13Erik ten Hag 's side come into the fixture with the Blades off the back of a dramatic win over Brentford before the international break.
Sheffield United star Chris Basham is seen for the first time since his horrific ankle break, sitting up in his London hospital bed after undergoing two surgeries to fit a plate on his bone
12/10/23 11:11Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom described Basham's injury as 'horrific' after he broke his ankle in the first half at Craven Cottage.
Paul Heckingbottom urges winless Sheffield United to 'enjoy' their Premier League survival challenge and insists playing for the club is 'still the best job in the world'
08/10/23 21:30AADAM PATEL AT CRAVEN COTTAGE: With every passing week, the wait goes on for a Sheffield United win. They are one of only two sides in English football yet to taste victory this season.
Fulham 3-1 Sheffield United: Cottagers pile the pressure on under-fire Paul Heckingbottom in a gutsy win on a nightmare afternoon for the Blades
07/10/23 16:45AADAM PATEL AT CRAVEN COTTAGE: The Blades will head into the second international break of the season still without a win and rooted to the bottom of the table
Sheffield United captain Chris Basham suffers a horrific leg injury against Fulham with veteran defender requiring oxygen before being taken away in an ambulance
07/10/23 15:38AADAM PATEL AT CRAVEN COTTAGE: Midway through the first half, Basham stretched to stop the ball but landed on his ankle, which gave way.
West Ham 2-0 Sheffield United: Jarrod Bowen and Tomas Soucek's first half strikes see David Moyes' side ease to victory at London Stadium as pressure mounts on Paul Heckingbottom
30/09/23 15:56KIERAN GILL AT THE LONDON STADIUM: The devil on Moyes' shoulder might have tempted him to torment a Sheffield United side wallowing in ineptitude.
SIMON JORDAN: English football will snatch defeat from the jaws of victory by creating a Frankenstein regulator
27/09/23 17:00SIMON JORDAN: For all intents and purposes football fans are the lifeblood of the game - but sometimes they can be a little misguided.
Alan Shearer reveals hilarious exchange with Sheffield United supporters that led former Newcastle legend to brand the Blades fans 'f****** idiots'
26/09/23 09:46While many Blades fans were left fuming over the performance, it is fair to say that Shearer was having the time of his life.
Are Sheffield United doomed following their Newcastle embarrassment? History suggests a heavy defeat is no guarantee of relegation from the Premier League
25/09/23 18:00Even though the result leaves Paul Heckingbottom's side rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table, history suggests that they might not be doomed to relegation.
Sheffield United fan is seen reading a BOOK as the Blades are hammered 8-0 at home to Newcastle United... but supporters praise her and say 'at least she stayed until the final whistle'
25/09/23 08:48A Sheffield United fan found betting things to do whilst watching the Blades' 8-0 thrashing by Newcastle, after being spotted by TV cameras reading a book.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom slams 'unacceptable' display of his players during 8-0 thrashing by Newcastle, and admits his future is beyond his control with Chris Wilder in line for a return
24/09/23 20:19CRAIG HOPE AT BRAMALL LANE: Paul Heckingbottom slammed the 'unacceptable' display of his Sheffield United players - and admitted his future is out of his control.
Sheffield United 0-8 Newcastle: Eight different scorers for the Magpies, as Eddie Howe's side tear apart the Blades to pile more pressure on Paul Heckingbottom
24/09/23 17:36CRAIG HOPE AT BRAMALL LANE: If this was junior football, Sheffield United would have finished with all of their substitutes allowed on the pitch and the referee showing mercy.
Sheffield United pay tribute to Maddy Cusack ahead of their clash against Newcastle United with players wearing her name and No on their shirts after their most-capped women's player passed away aged 27
24/09/23 15:34Sheffield United paid tribute to Maddy Cushack ahead of their clash against Newcastle in the Premier League on Sunday.
Paul Heckingbottom tells his Sheffield United side to deliver their first win of the season against Newcastle as a fitting tribute to Maddy Cusack after tragic death of women's vice-captain
22/09/23 21:30A range of tributes have been planned for Sunday's game against Newcastle with Maddy's face on the cover of the match programme and Blades players wearing black armbands.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom held clear-the-air talks with referees' chief Howard Webb after accusing officials of 'not having a clue' following his side's defeat to Tottenham last weekend
22/09/23 15:29Referee's chief Howard Webb visited Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom on Friday for clear-the-air talks following the Blades' boss outspoken criticism
Sheffield United to hold a range of tributes against Newcastle for their longest-serving women's player Maddy Cusack after her unexpected death
22/09/23 14:37Sheffield United will hold tributes for the club's longest-serving women's player Maddy Cusack at their Premier League game against Newcastle following the 27-year-old's unexpected death.
Sheffield United and Tottenham condemn the racial abuse Blades keeper Wes Foderingham received after their last-gasp defeat to Spurs... as he urges fans to 'think before you type'
17/09/23 22:52A statement read: 'Sheffield United condemn the racist, abusive and threatening messages that have been sent to Wes Foderingham after yesterday's game against Spurs.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom blasts Premier League referees for 'RUINING' the game by dictating how teams play under new time-wasting rules
16/09/23 18:30MATT BARLOW AT THE TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM: Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom launched a furious tirade at Premier League referees, claiming the officials told him to 'play long'.
EXCLUSIVE: Sheffield United have sounded out Chris Wilder about a return as manager boss once more - with Paul Heckingbottom's position in serious jeopardy after 2-1 defeat at Tottenham leaves them winless in five
16/09/23 17:27EXCLUSIVE BY RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: Sheffield United are considering a move to bring Chris Wilder back to Bramall Lane after their winless run extended to five games in the late defeat against Tottenham.
Sheffield United 2-2 Everton RECAP: Arnaut Danjuma levels things up after Jordan Pickford own goal in four-goal thriller
02/09/23 10:21Follow Mail Sport's live blog for the latest from Bramall Lane with both Sheffield United and Everton seeking their first points of the new Premier League season.
Sheffield United unveil Leicester left-back Luke Thomas, with 22-year-old defender signing on loan
31/08/23 09:18SIMON JONES: The England U21 international was a target for Leeds United earlier this week but Leicester would not countenance the 22-year-old moving to a Championship rival.
Sheffield United 0-0 Lincoln City (2-3 on pens): Blades dumped out of Carabao Cup by League One minnows as £18m striker Cameron Archer makes debut
30/08/23 21:00Lincoln City pulled off a massive shock to become the first lower-league side to knock out Premier League opposition in the EFL Cup this year, after winning on penalties against Sheffield United.
Paul Heckingbottom fumes at refereeing inconsistency after Sheffield United's late defeat to Premier League leaders Manchester City as he claims VAR should only be used for offside
27/08/23 21:57The Blades boss claimed Premier League managers are completely confused by the laws of the game after Sheffield United were left incensed by referee Jarred Gillett.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom frustrated by Cameron Archer delay as striker still to join the Blades despite agreeing £18m fee with Aston Villa
25/08/23 15:53Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom confirmed the deal to sign Cameron Archer will not be completed in time for Sunday's home Premier League game against Manchester City.
Nottingham Forest 2-1 Sheffield United - Premier League RECAP: Chris Wood's 88th-minute glancing header gives Steve Cooper's side all three points at the City Ground in a huge blow to the newly-promoted Blades
18/08/23 17:45Re-live Mail Sport's live blog as Nottingham Forest host Sheffield United at The City Ground with both sides looking for a first Premier League win of the season.
Sheffield United didn't come close to testing Crystal Palace and must invest to stand a chance of staying up... as Blades boss even admits 'we've lost our identity'
13/08/23 21:30AADAM PATEL AT BRAMALL LANE: There is little doubt that if Paul Heckingbottom wasn't aware of the magnitude of the task at hand, he will be now. The hosts never really came close.
Sheffield United embark on Premier League survival without FOUR of their five most potent creators last season - but under the management of Paul Heckingbottom fans can still dream of a miraculous escape
09/08/23 23:53LEWIS STEELE: The hug between Sharp and Ndiaye felt like a passing of the torch in Sheffield, with the boyhood fan and club legend wiping away tears as he said his goodbye from a Town Hall balcony.
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom holds talks with former Man United star Axel Tuanzebe, as Blades also enter discussions with Arsenal defender Auston Trusty
31/07/23 13:25SIMON JONES: The Blades are pursuing a loan deal for the USA international who was player of the year at Birmingham last season and, was a target for Rangers this summer.
Rotherham 1-0 Sheffield United: Trialist Andre Green scores sublime back-heel flick, as Paul Heckingbottom's side rue missed chances
25/07/23 19:56The Millers took an early lead with through a bizarre yet sublimely taken finish scored by their trialist who capitalised on a flick on from Jordan Hugill, by using his heel to loft the ball over the goalkeeper.
Former Liverpool defender Yasser Larouci joins Sheffield United on season-long loan from Troyes, after Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom convinced him over the move
17/07/23 23:59Former Liverpool left-back Yasser Larouci has joined Sheffield United on loan from Troyes. He won the FA Youth Cup in 2019 before moving to France, where he made 30 Ligue 1 appearances last term.
'I couldn't do ten months of this': Neil Warnock admits he WON'T stay at Huddersfield permanently despite rescuing the club from relegation - but insists he'll 'be BACK next February somewhere' for another survival scrap
05/05/23 08:30Neil Warnock strolled into the press conference room at the John Smith's Stadium and made sure it was worth the wait, with an iconic interview before confirming he will not stay on as permanent boss.
Sheffield United 4-1 Preston: Anel Ahmedhodzic, John Fleck, Iliman Ndiaye and Oli McBurnie net for Blades as Lilywhites' play-off hopes are ended at Bramall Lane
29/04/23 20:16ROSS HEPPENSTALL AT BRAMALL LANE: Anel Ahmedhodzic is poised to become a father imminently but the Bosnian defender continues to take centre stage for Sheffield United.
Sheffield United players raise concerns over the club being able to afford to pay promotion bonuses to the squad - worth between £250,000 and £400,000-per-man - after promising a massive £8m pay-out for securing return to the Premier League
27/04/23 17:28EXCLUSIVE: Sheffield United cannot afford to pay the players' promotion bonuses after promising them a massive £8million pay-out for securing the club's return to the Premier League.
Paul Heckingbottom hopes his Sheffield United players WILL face Erling Haaland as the Blades prepare for their FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City... but their City starlets on loan will have to watch the clash from the stands
21/04/23 05:30Heckingbottom has admired Haaland for years and doesn't want Pep Guardiola to give his 22-year-old phenomenon a rest as City keep half-an-eye on a Premier League showdown against Arsenal
Burnley 2-0 Sheffield United: Double from sub Johann Gudmundsson earns victory for Clarets as they close in on Championship title and dent 10-man Blades' automatic promotion hopes after keeper Wes Foderingham was sent off
10/04/23 20:57DOMINIC KING AT TURF MOOR: It took a while for the song to come but, when it did, it was bellowed out with certainty. Burnley are going to win the league and they are going to do it in style.
Sheffield United 1-0 Wigan: Iliman Ndiaye's goal edges Blades a step closer to the Premier League after nervy win against relegation-bound Latics
07/04/23 16:02ROSS HEPPENSTALL AT BRAMALL LANE: It will take a few more drops of blood and several more gallons of sweat, but the Premier League is coming into increasingly sharp focus for Sheffield United.
Sheffield United turn off undersoil heating at their training ground and restrict the use of grass fertiliser and paint... as the Championship promotion-chasers seek to avoid 12-point deduction and entering administration by Thursday
17/03/23 17:14EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES AND SAMI MOKBEL: Sheffield United have introduced a series of extraordinary cost-cutting measures to avoid entering administration as soon as next week.
Brothers James and John are on different football paths but are happy to be part of the FA Cup romance this weekend... meet the magic-making McAtees
17/03/23 08:00INTERVIEW BY JACK GAUGHAN: The brothers McAtee face a big FA Cup weekend representing Sheffield United and Grimbsy, with the dream of facing one another in the semi-final.
Questions are raised about the wealth of potential new Sheffield United owner... after the value of Nigerian businessman's company dropped 94 PER CENT in the last year
05/02/23 06:38Dozy Mmobuosi has been described as a billionaire whose reported £90million takeover of the stricken Championship club could rescue them from financial dire straits.
Nigerian billionaire Dozy Mmobuosi provides eight-figure cash injection ahead of his proposed £90m takeover of Sheffield United to aid the club's financial situation as they push for promotion back to the Premier League
03/02/23 11:11EXCLUSIVE BY JACK GAUGHAN: The funds are believed to be in excess of £10million, paid in instalments, which covers running costs - including player wages.
THE NOTEBOOK: Wrexham force a replay thanks to Ben Tozer's long throws, while Ryan Reynolds calls the Racehorse Ground a 'church' - and the Welsh side advertise a game against the wrong Sheffield!
29/01/23 22:31Paul Heckingbottom 's side, who sit second in the Championship, needed a goal in the 95th minute to avoid crashing out of the Cup despite scoring their first goal after just 64 seconds.
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F1 star Charles Leclerc announces engagement to model Alexandra Saint Mleux as she flaunts VERY pricey ring
Couple share news
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Jude Bellingham stars alongside Dua Lipa's fiance Callum Turner in new Louis Vuitton collection inspired by Pharrell Williams
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Hammers star was linked with an exit in the summer
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World Cup 'set for major VAR change' after crunch meeting with football chiefs - while officials 'consider imposing time limit for taking long throws'
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Did Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo learn their dance routine from Ruben Amorim? Fans claim Man United boss is behind iconic celebration
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Lamine Yamal sets sights on buying Gerard Pique and Shakira's stunning former £12m mansion - and why its value has dropped by almost a quarter
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Dani Alves reveals surprising career change - seven months after former Barcelona star's conviction for rape was overturned on appeal
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Taylor Fritz reveals what he'll never do for girlfriend Morgan Riddle on social media... as tennis' most glamorous couple pose for GQ shoot
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Tom Aspinall reveals aftermath of gruesome eye injury suffered at UFC 321 as he fires brutal dig at Cyril Gane
Aspinall retained his UFC heavyweight title
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Former Chelsea hero's son earns first call up for England Under-15s amid successful stint in Blues' academy - despite his dad winning 113 caps for Brazil
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Wolves goalkeeper gets out of his car to argue with fans of Premier League's bottom team - and tells them: 'I don't speak to my wife because we lose'
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Jude Bellingham at risk of a BAN after repeating x-rated gesture that earned him suspended sentence while playing for England
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Indian cricket star is hospitalised after suffering freak 'life threatening' injury while fielding as Australia claim ODI series victory
Had been taking a catch
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'I could have f***ing killed him!': Shocking moment Liam Lawson avoids RUNNING OVER a marshal who ran across the track DURING his lap at Mexican GP
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Motorcycle star suffered MULTIPLE cardiac arrests after horror crash with a rival: Racer's father reveals terrifying details as he rushes to his bedside
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Ed Sheeran parties in New York as pop star watches chaotic El Clasico with Barcelona legend after sponsoring LaLiga giants
Barca beat Real
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Boxing fans call the sport 'CORRUPT' over Fabio Wardley's ref stoppage win over Joseph Parker - as scorecards emerge to add to the controversy
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Wolves manager Vitor Pereira has to be dragged away from spat with his OWN FANS after they chanted 'you're getting sacked in the morning'
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Jamie Vardy gets new life in Italy up and running with his first goal - and says it's going 'great' after Rebekah and the kids moved over
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Aspinall is poked in the EYES and rushed to hospital as Brit retains UFC heavyweight belt after world-title fight with Gane is declared a no-contest
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Stuart Pearce seen for first time since tragic death of his 21-year-old son Harley - as former England star returns to work in the Premier League
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Tale of two refs! Liverpool second half at Brentford is delayed as injured Simon Hooper has to be REPLACED
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Kevin De Bruyne looks close to TEARS as he pulls his hamstring immediately after scoring a penalty for Napoli against Inter Milan
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Gary Neville inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame - as former defender joins eight other Man United legends
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Sheffield Wednesday fans flock back to Hillsborough for first match since entering administration... as scoreboard operator pokes fun at hated owner Dejphon Chansiri
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Sir Alex Ferguson's son, Darren, is sacked by Peterborough with club BOTTOM of League One
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Inside Erling Haaland's incredible six-bed Cheshire mansion he shares with girlfriend Isabel Johansen
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Gary Neville aims ANOTHER swipe at Evangelos Marinakis over Nottingham Forest's 'classless' sacking of Ange Postecgolou
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Are Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin FINALLY married? UFC star spotted wearing 'wedding ring' and claims he has been on a 'spiritual journey'
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Glamorous sports host suffers embarrassing wardrobe malfunction live on TV
Scott, 44, was on duty for CBS Sports' coverage of the Champions League
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Meet the Haalands! Premier League superstar Erling and girlfriend Isabel lift the lid on their relationship - and how she fancied his friend first!
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Man United flop left with blood pouring down his head after suffering gruesome Champions League injury - as Chelsea fans brand him a 's**t Andy Carroll'
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Man City fan and 'devoted dad' dies after travelling to Benidorm to watch them in Champions League
Club put out a heartfelt statement
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Women's tennis in 'manliness' row: World's No 1 and 2 come under fire from rival for their 'high testosterone' - before Aryna Sabalenka appears to fire back