James Shield's Sheffield United Column: In my eyes, this is what's wrong with the Blades
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It’s not a criticism. How, when you consider the season as a whole, is it possible to be anything but impressed with Sheffield United this term?
Rather it’s an observation. A conclusion, admittedly based on what my eyes rather than scientific analysis tells me, about what Sheffield United - as they prepare for Sunday’s FA Cup tie against Arsenal at Bramall Lane - are: Physically and mentally shattered.
Wednesday evening’s 3-0 defeat at Manchester United, their second by the same margin in the space of 96 hours, was the third game of what has proven to be a disappointing return to Premier League action for manager Chris Wilder and his players.
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