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Chris Holt and Danny Hall discuss Sheffield United's defeat to Nottingham Forest - a match that brought some positives for the Blades but left that continued lingering feeling amongst supporters that new faces are surely needed before this becomes a 'what if...?' campaign in the Premier League.
Chris Holt and Danny Hall are back to offer some insight into what's happening at Sheffield United with new faces coming in and hopefully a few more on the horizon. We hear from paul Heckingbottom on new boys Gus Hamer and Tom Davies and have a look ahead to the trip to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest
Sheffield United's Premier League campaign kicked off with a whimper after a 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Saturday, with Paul Heckingbottom forced into starting a team noticeably worse than the one that ended last season in the Championship. Chris Holt is joined by The Star's Danny Hall to talk over the Blades' return to the top flight.
Join James Shield, Danny Hall and Chris Holt as they look back at this week's news from Bramall Lane.
The Star Blades Monday review is back to go talk over Saturday's 3-1 win over Stoke where Sheffield United were far from their best but still came out quite comfortable winners. Chris Holt, James Shield and Danny Hall also chat about potentially missing Iliman Ndiaye, the impact of Jayden Bogle and a little bit of an issue behind the scenes with the training pitch. As well as that there's a transfer update, where after Ndiaye's injury 'bodies' are needed. No matter how long he's out for.
The Star Blades podcast is back to look ahead towards United's return to league action against Stoke City after last week's FA Cup trip to Millwall. Chris Holt, Danny Hall and James Shield also take a look at the transfer movement so far involving Will Osula and the departing Reda Khadra as well as chat about the future of Iliman Ndiaye.
The Star Blades Monday Review is back to look back over Sheffield United's comfortable FA Cup win over Millwall at the weekend. Danny Hall is with Chris Holt to talk us through that victory including the impact of Daniel Jebbison who was on the scoresheet and the rise in prominence of James McAtee. We also reflect on the next round draw which sees the Blades heading to Wrexham and their Hollywood backers.
In the latest episode of The Star Blades podcast, Chris Holt and James SHield look back over the return to action for Sheffield United and a win over Huddersfield Town. They also wax lyrical about goalscorer Billy Sharp and look ahead into something of the unknown as the Blades prepare to take on Kolo Toure's Wigan on Monday night. There's all that and a quick transfer window brief and where things are with the proposed takeover of the club.
After what has felt like an age, Sheffield United are back this week as Championship action returns with the Blades taking on Huddersfield Town at Bramall Lane. Chris Holt and Danny Hall are here with The Star Blades podcast again after a World Cup enforced break and they'll look back over what United have been doing with their time off, the state of the squad's injuries, Iliman Ndiaye's potential return, a new training pitch and admit that they just don't know what lies ahead this weekend.
While the Championship has paused for the World Cup, The Star Blades podcast isn't taking a break and this week Chris Holt, Danny Hall and James Shield are delving into the prospects of seeing a United player or maybe even two on the biggest stage at Qatar next week.
The lads assess the chances of Adam Davies getting a place in goal for Wales and the disappointment of Rhys Norrington-Davies.
There's also a chat about Iliman Ndiaye's potential to rip it up at the World Cup and what that means for Sheffield United as well as the view on ex-Blades Harry Maguire and Kyle Walker in the England squad.
The Star Blades Podcast team are back with the Monday Review, albeit a day late, as Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to go back over a crucial win for Sheffield United against Cardiff City on Saturday which allowed them to go into an equally important break in those all-important automatic promotion places.
They also discuss the impact of James McAtee in that match, as well as weighing up whether it was right for John Egan to go away on international duty and the words of Oli McBurnie on the prospect of staying on at Bramall Lane with his contract due to expire.
In this week's edition of The Star Blades podcast we look back over Tuesday night's defeat to Rotherham United, ask where it all went wrong and how United can bounce back. We hear from Oli McBurnie on his form recently and what he believes the reasons are for the turnaround and discuss the injury situation at Bramall Lane.
James Shield and Danny Hall also take a look ahead to Saturday's match against Cardiff City, the last before the World Cup break
The Monday Review is here and there still smiles aplenty after a stunning performance by Sheffield United at the weekend as they hammered league leaders Burnley at Bramall Lane. Chris Holt is joined by The Star's Blades writer Danny Hall to reflect on the redemption of Jack Robinson, the impact of Illiman Ndiaye and Oli McBurnie and also take a quick look ahead ot Tuesday night's South Yorkshire derby against Rotherham United
Chris Holt is joined by Sheffield United writer Danny Hall to look back at the win over Bristol City and the fall-out from Reda Khadra's surprising substitution in the first half. We'll also wax lyrical about the greatness of October Player of the Month Ollie Norwood and preview an absolutely mammoth encounter at the weekend as top-of-the-table Burnley head for Bramall Lane
Chris Holt is joined by Sheffield United writer Danny Hall to look back at the win over Bristol City and the fall-out from Reda Khadra's surprising substitution in the first half. We'll also wax lyrical about the greatness of October Player of the Month Ollie Norwood and preview an absolutely mammoth encounter at the weekend as top-of-the-table Burnley head for Bramall Lane
We're here with a new edition of The Star Blades podcast - the Monday review, casting an eye over the weekend events, where this time around Sheffield United finally managed to pick up a win after what has been an 'orrible October.
In this week's edition, Chris Holt, James Shield and Danny Hall discuss Saturday's victory over West Brom, the rise and rise of Tommy Doyle, McBurnie back among the goals and the question mark around the number one spot against Bristol City on Tuesday night
We're here with a new edition of The Star Blades podcast - the Monday review, casting an eye over the weekend events, where this time around Sheffield United finally managed to pick up a win after what has been an 'orrible October.
In this week's edition, Chris Holt, James Shield and Danny Hall discuss Saturday's victory over West Brom, the rise and rise of Tommy Doyle, McBurnie back among the goals and the question mark around the number one spot against Bristol City on Tuesday night
Welcome to another edition of The Star Blades podcast where Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to go back over a week to forget at Bramall Lane as United come away with one measly point for their home double-header against Birmingham City and QPR. We take a look at where it went wrong, why complaining about wasting time is a waste of time and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Stoke
Welcome to another edition of The Star Blades podcast where Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to go back over a week to forget at Bramall Lane as United come away with one measly point for their home double-header against Birmingham City and QPR. We take a look at where it went wrong, why complaining about wasting time is a waste of time and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Stoke
Real football is back after the international break and Chris Holt is joined for another Star Blaes podcast by James Shield and Danny Hall as we look back over what we might have learned from the players' trips with their countries as well as looking ahead to a home double-header against Bimingham and QPR. We'll also ponder what formation Paul Heckingbottom might use for those games as the United boss wrestles with some injury concerns at the back
We're back with The Star Blades podcast where this week Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to discuss another Sheffield United injury blow, the pros and cons of this international break, the stand-out performers of the season so far and the latest on the managerial changes around the division.
Chris Holt is joined by The Star's James Shield as we look ahead to the Blades' Championship kick off against Watford on Monday night as well as taking an in-depth look at the recruitment over the summer and the expectations at Bramall Lane for the upcoming campaign
The Star's Danny Hall is soaking up the sunshine in Portugal at Sheffield United's training camp and sports editor Chris Holt caught up with him to get the lowdown on what the Blades players are getting up to and offer some insight into the addition of new signings Anel Ahmedhodžić and Tommy Doyle.
After 46 games, it all comes down to the play-offs. Can Sheffield United do it? The Star's Blades correspondent James joins host Steve to discuss the mood in the Blades' camp ahead of Saturday's first leg.
The Star's sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Sheffield United writer James Shield as they look back over last week's win over QPR but more importantly delve into Saturday's match against champions Fulham, where a place in the play-offs is at stake for the Blades
The Star's Blades correspondent James joins host Steve to discuss the latest in the Championship play-off race ahead of United's trip to QPR
The Star’s sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Blades writer James Shield to talk over an immensely busy week at Sheffield United where they stumbled on the pitch over the Easter weekend. Off it there appears to be a regime change in the midst with US businessman Henry Mauriss closing in on a surprise takeover. As well as that there’s a new contract for Billy Sharp and still a bit of uncertainty surrounding Chris Basham. Lots to talk about!
The Star's Blades correspondents get a few things off their chest after the Bournemouth fiasco before previewing a double-header over the Easter weekend.
The Star's Blades correspondents discuss the main talking points from Paul Heckingbottom's pre-Stoke press conference.
With no game this week, The Star's Blades correspondents discuss Sheffield United's impressive capture of Croation international Filip Uremovic and consider if more players could follow him through the door at Bramall Lane.
The Star's Sheffield United correspondent James Shield joins host Steve to discuss another eventful seven days for the Blades and look ahead to this weekend's South Yorkshire derby
The Star's sports team reflect on a brilliant performance and result before considering the challenge ahead for Sheffield United.
Steve and James preview two mouthwatering fixtures for Sheffield United in the Championship play-off race, including the return of Chris Wilder with his new club Middlesbrough.
The Star's sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Blades writer James Shield to talk over a night of drama on Wednesday after United's late, late show against Blackburn. Dampening the spirits a little there's also a look at the injury situation which is getting worse and a look ahead to Saturday's trip to Millwall
Steve and James wax lyrical over Billy Sharp after his latest goals and ask whether automatic promotion is out of reach.
Steve, James and Chris discuss Sheffield United's latest win, latest arrival and upcoming clash against Birmingham City.
Blades writer James Shield and Sports Editor Chris Holt join sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
Steve, James and Chris reflect on another frustrating week in Sheffield United's season before previewing a tough test against Luton Town.
The Star's Blades correspondent James Shield previews Sheffield United's return to Championship action against Derby County alongside sports editor Chris Holt. There's also more moaning about the ever-frustrating Lys Mousset.
Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall joins sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
The Star's Blades correspondent James Shield teams up with sports editor Chris Holt to discuss the pair's hopes, dreams and expectations for the rest of the season at the turn of the year.
Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall joins sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
Steve and Danny discuss the Preston postponement and how much of a threat it is to Sheffield United's momentum before looking ahead to the Hull game, which could now be in doubt, and a potential Christmas reunion with Chris Wilder.
Steve Jones and James Shield talk through the confirmation that Sheffield United’s Championship clash with Queens Park Rangers, originally scheduled for tonight, had been postponed because of an outbreak of Covid-19 in the visitors’ camp, some fans began to reminisce about other unusual reasons for Blades games being called off over the years.
Steve, James and Chris preview Monday's visit of QPR before discussing several individuals who could have a huge influence on the Blades this season.
Can Sheffield United continue their resurgence in the Welsh capital this weekend? Baldes correspondent James Shield and The Star's sports editor Chris Holt also discuss the January transfer window and the rise of Rhian Brewster.
The lads attempt to demystify a crazy 24 hours and answer listeners' questions on what it means for Sheffield United moving forward.
Blades writer Danny Hall joins The Star's sports editor Chris Holt and sports reporter Steve Jones for a special live episode to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points and take fans' questions.
Sports Editor Chris Holt steps in to host the latest Star Blades podcast, with Sheffield United writer James Shield as usual providing his viewpoint and analysis on a dreadful defeat to Blackburn Rovers last weekend and the support that Slavisa Jokanovic needs in the transfer market when the window opens in January.
Steve and James discuss whether Sheffield United's derby win against Barnsley can inspire the Blades to kick on and push up the table.
Steve and James are joined by The Star's sports editor Chris Holt to review a frustrating double-header against Stoke and Millwall before looking ahead to this weekend's South Yorkshire derby.
With a free weekend owing to the international break, James and Steve reflect on some of the bigger questions currently facing Sheffield United.
With Lys Mousset set to return to the fold against his old club this weekend, Sheffield United writer James Shield makes a plea to the talented forward. Plus there's an appraisal of the Blades' start to the season.
The Star's Sports Editor Chris Holt is joined by Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall to talk over a hard-fought win over Derby County, the return to form of the old-heads in midfield, Rhian Brewster's battle to get in and a look ahead to what is a big week for United as they head to Middlesbrough on Tuesday night before making the trip to Bournemouth at the weekend.
Steve, James and Danny discuss Sheffield United's steady improvements in recent weeks and look ahead to an interesting double header.
James and Chris wax lyrical about the impact of Iliman Ndiaye and his budding partnership with new boy Morgan Gibbs-White. The guys also preview the upcoming matches against Hull and Southampton.
So this is what Slavball looks like! Shefield United turned on the style with a 6-2 victory over Peterborough United at Bramall Lane and we may well have seen two new heroes in Morgan Gibbs-White and youngster Iliman Ndiaye. The Star's Sports Editor Chris Holt and Blades writer James Shield offer their analysis from the Lane afterwards
Steve and James are joined by The Star's sports editor Chris Holt to preview Saturday's clash against Peterborough and discuss whether the fresh faces should be thrown straight in.
Danny and Steve discuss a frantic end to the transfer window for Sheffield United and what shape it leaves them in.
Sheffield United reporter James Shield tells us what we can expect from the vastly experienced Adlene Guedioura, who is training with the Blades with a view to signing for the club. Plus there's a general transfer update ahead of Deadline Day and a look ahead to Luton away before the international break.
Steve, James and Danny dissect a disastrous week for the Blades and consider whether things could improve this weekend.
The lads consider the best options up front for Sheffield United ahead of the trip to Swansea this weekend, plus there's a look back to Brimingham and Carlisle as well as a transfers update.
Steve Jones is here with Sheffield United writers James Shield and Danny Hall to talk about the Blades' attempts to get themselves back up into the Premier League and also the chances of keeping hold of Sander Berge and Aaron Ramsdale wth Arsenal seemingly not giving up on trying to sign the pair.
In this very special episode of The Star Blades, we're joined by former United goalkeeper Paddy Kenny to reflect on his time at Bramall Lane and the release of his autobiography 'The Gloves Are Off.' The Star's United writer Danny Hall - who co-authored the book - joins Paddy and host Liam Hoden to talk through the writing process and Kenny's honesty on the page. They discuss life under Neil Warnock, highs and lows on and off the pitch as well setting the story straight on his controversial departure from United. And Paddy offers his opinions on the Blades' current struggles.
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There is no need to panic and every reason to for Sheffield United as they remain without a single point in the Premier League this season. The Star's Blades writer James Shield joins Liam Hoden to reflect on the clash with Leeds United that frustratingly left Chris Wilder's side empty-handed yet again. They talk through the huge blow of the injury to Jack O'Connell which could end his season before it's really begun and ponder who will come in to replace the talismanic defender. James also delivers the latest on United's pursuit of Liverpool's Rhian Brewster before looking ahead to the trip to Arsenal.
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It hasn't been the start to the season that Sheffield United would have hoped for but they have the chance to kick start their campaign when they meet the Premier League's favourite new toy Leeds United this weekend. The Star's Sheffield United writers James Shield and Danny Hall join Liam Hoden to discuss the Blades' start to the season, including the controversial defeat at Aston Villa and what United need to get right moving forward. They discuss the latest on the quest to add to the attacking options and look ahead to that clash with Leeds.
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How do you improve upon the best season in the club's recent history? That is the question facing Sheffield United and co as the Blades prepare to kick off their second campaign in the Premier League. Helping assess their options and prospects, The Star's United writer duo James Shield and Danny Hall join Liam Hoden to preview the coming season. They take a deep dive into the flurry of transfer activity at Bramall Lane, with the arrivals of Oliver Burke, Ethan Ampadu, Max Lowe and Jayden Bogle, plus the intriguing acquisition of Ismaila Coulibaly. They examine the Premier League landscape and discuss what would represent success for the Blades this term. They also preview the opening game of the season against Wolves and Danny bangs the drum for Jack O'Connell.
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Sheffield United are ramping up their preparations for the new campaign and we are back with our Blades podcast. The Star's United writers James Shield and Danny Hall join Liam Hoden to discuss the latest from Bramall Lane, including going in-depth on the return of Aaron Ramsdale. The panel discuss the signing of the goalkeeper and what it means for the Blades, reflect on last season and where United need to strengthen as they head into a second season in the Premier League. They talk the fixture list and how pre-season looks set to pan out for United.
NOTE: Apologies for any audio issues in this episode as social distancing guidelines mean we are still recording on a video conferencing site.
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Chris Wilder is fuming, the Blades' hopes for European football hang in the balance and no one knows whether to be disappointed or grateful for the position in which United find themselves. So Blades writer James Shield and The Star's football editor Chris Holt join Liam Hoden to try to determine just that. The panel reflect on the highs of the win over Chelsea and the immediate lows of the defeat to Leicester City that had Wilder fuming. They talk the continued quest for Europe, the potential return of fans to stadiums in the near future and look ahead to the vital clash with Everton.
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Another decent result for Sheffield United and another round of talking points for our Blades podcast. United writers James Shield and Danny Hall join Liam Hoden to pick apart the draw at Burnley and the post-lockdown rule changes that have Chris Wilder still smarting. The panel discuss Jack O'Connell's return, the contribution of Jack Robinson and the introduction and future of Jack Rodwell. And they look ahead to the clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Good things come to those who wait. And those waiting for the real Sheffield United to reemerge after the shutdown of football have finally been rewarded. Chris Wilder's men are back - and back with a bang in the superb victory over Tottenham Hotspur. Joining Liam Hoden to discuss the last week or so in Blades history is The Star's long-serving United writer James Shield plus football editor Chris Holt - although wifi is not Chris' friend at the minute. They discuss the beginning of the revival against Arsenal, Wilder going soft in the build-up to the Spurs game and the big individual performances at the Lane on Thursday. And there is talk about Prince Abdullah's final purchase of the remaining pieces of the club, bringing to an end the wrangling over the ownership of the Blades. And the rumour mill begins to grind into gear.
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The difficult return to football continues for Sheffield United who have yet to rediscover themselves following the restart. The Star's Blades writer James Shield has his theories on the problems United are facing as he speaks to Liam Hoden to look back on the 3-0 defeat at Manchester United and look ahead to the FA Cup clash with Arsenal.
Back-to-back disappointing performances? A lack of intensity? Murmurings of discontent among a section of the support? This really is uncharted territory for Sheffield United in the 2019/20 season. It is fair to say that it hasn't been the return to action Unitedites will have been hoping for. Dissecting what has happened so far and in particular the defeat at Newcastle United, The Star's Blades writer James Shield and football editor Chris Holt join Liam Hoden. The trio look ahead to the trip to Manchester United and ponder what could Chris Wilder change to ignite his side once more.
It might have been a long three months without football but it did not take long for the bite of technology to hurt Sheffield United again. But where the nitpicking nature of VAR has been the Blades' downfall in the past, their big return to action against Aston Villa was hit with an outright failure of technology. Digesting all that, plus United's performance in the goalless draw, The Star's United writer James Shield speaks to Liam Hoden and is still smarting from the major error. James talks through his own experience of the behind-closed-doors game and looks ahead to the Blades' next match at Newcastle United.
After three long, long months, Sheffield United now have the opportunity to resume one of the greatest seasons in the club's history and they are raring to go for at least 11 matches in a six week period. And with the Blades back, so returns our United podcast. Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall join Liam Hoden to reflect on the season so far for Chris Wilder's men and look ahead for what is to come over the most intense of run-ins. In particular, they preview the clash with Aston Villa which will kick off the resumed campaign on Wednesday evening.
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The Blades are back to winning ways and in some style too following the excellent victory at Norwich. James Shield joins Liam Hoden to discuss the latest from Bramall Lane including the performance at Carrow Road, the impact of the new faces, those who may be on their way out and the futures of Billy Sharp and Ched Evans. Plus they look ahead to the FA Cup tie with Preston and the visit of Aston Villa in the league.
If Sheffield Wednesday picked up a 0-0 win in the Steel City derby, did Sheffield United lose 0-0? Answering that question, James Shield joins Liam Hoden to look back on the derby and how United are shaping up following the result. They look at the business the Blades have done so far in the transfer window, look at what may or not be to come and talk which players may leave this month. And they look at the visit to Norwich City.
We've only gone and done the unthinkable and merged Sheffield Wednesday and Sheffield United. But don't panic, we've done it on the theoretical level. Here is the scenario: you have got the Blades and the Owls squads from which to select a combined XI. All currently contracted players are available, fit and ready for selection. That is the task we handed to The Star's Sheffield United writer James Shield and Wednesday writers Dom Howson and Chris Holt, with contribution from Blades man Danny Hall. Host Liam Hoden was in as referee, giving the deciding vote when required. So sit back and listen to the debate as we deliver the combined Sheffield XI. Let us know what you think of our choices and give us your own combined XI by email on starsport@jpress.co.uk or Twitter @TheStarSport
The second Steel City derby of the 2017/18 season is upon us and podcasts have collided once more to mark the big occasion. The Star's football writing heavyweights have gone toe to toe to build up to fight night on January 12. Sheffield United writer James Shield and Sheffield Wednesday reporting duo Dom Howson and Chris Holt duke it out over half an hour of chat with Liam Hoden acting as referee.