Match preview
Sheffield United will be out to upset the odds and grab their first three points of the season when they welcome Manchester City to Bramall Lane on Saturday. After impressing in their return to the Premier League last season, the Blades have failed to hit their strides this term and have already been tipped by many to battle relegation.
A poor start to the league season has seen Chris Wilder's men suffer five defeats in six outings, with their best performance thus far coming in the 1-1 draw against Fulham on Matchday 5. Getting goals and keeping clean sheets have not been easy for a team that finished last season with one of the best defensive records as they have managed just three and have conceded nine so far.
While Sheffield could use a win over Manchester City with a trip to Chelsea on the card after the international break, the former league holders will grace Bramall Lane with a plan of their own. The Citizens come in the clash off the back of a disappointing 1-1 draw with West Ham United and will hope to return to winning ways as soon as possible.
A rather uncharacteristic start to the season has seen them occupying 13th position after five league outings with eight points to show for it. Injuries to the likes of Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus have also rendered the Etihad outfit almost toothless in the attacking departing.Known for consistently running away with massive scorelines, Pep Guardiola's side has scored and conceded eight goals apiece in the league so far.
Needless to say, their impressive start in the Champions League that has seen them leading their group by beating Porto and Marseille could serve as a catalyst for better results in the premiership.
Form guide
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Sheffield United in the last 10 matches: W2 D2 L6
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Manchester City in the last 10 matches: W6 2D 2L
Team news: Sheffield United vs Manchester City
Sheffield United will approach the weekend's game without the services of Jack O'Connell, John Fleck, Lys Mousset, and Simon Moore as they are yet to return from the treatment table. For Manchester City, Gabriel Jesus, Benjamin Mendy, Fernandinho and Sergio Aguero are all unavailable and out with injuries.
However, summer signing Nathan Ake is expected to pass a late fitness test and potentially feature in the squad list after suffering a groin injury.
Predicted starting XI
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Sheffield United: Ramsdale; Basham, Egan, Stevens; Baldock, Norwood, Ampadu, Berge, Osborn; Brewster, McBurnie
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Manchester City: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Laporte, Cancelo; Gundogan, Rodri, De Bruyne; Foden, Sterling, Mahrez.
Broadcast information for Sheffield United vs Manchester City
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United Kingdom: TalkSport Radio UK, BBC Radio Manchester, BTSport.com, BT Sport App, BT Sport 1, BT Sport Extra, BT Sport Ultimate
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United States: SiriusXM FC, Peacock
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Spain: DAZN
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Canada: DAZN
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Australia: Optus Sport
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