Things are starting to move at the Lane, and Ben and Andrew discuss the fact that Iliman Ndiaye is not currently one of them (despite Facebook Marketplace listings), plus the new signings of Anis Slimane, Yasser Larouci and Benie Traore.Then, we give our 10 things that we're looking forward to this season, including: can Ndiaye be our Zaha, who will be the next Billy Sharp-esque leader, and the chance to right a few "wrongs" after the behind-closed-doors season.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Things are starting to move at the Lane, and Ben and Andrew discuss the fact that Iliman Ndiaye is not currently one of them (despite Facebook Marketplace listings), plus the new signings of Anis Slimane, Yasser Larouci and Benie Traore. Then, we give our 10 things that we're looking forward to this season, including: can Ndiaye be our Zaha, who will be the next Billy Sharp-esque leader, and the chance to right a few "wrongs" after the behind-closed-doors season. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

10 Things To Look Forward To This Season

With 1 month to go until Sheffield United v Crystal Palace to start our Premier League campaign, Ben and Andrew go over the current state of the club... including Iliman Ndiaye potentially leaving sooner than we'd all like. We also discuss potential new signings, squad players penning new deals, next summer's contract malaise, and a vibe check on enthusiasm levels for the Premier League season. Finally, we look at a potentially exciting summer for United Women as they begin their transition towards full-time football.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

With 1 month to go until Sheffield United v Crystal Palace to start our Premier League campaign, Ben and Andrew go over the current state of the club... including Iliman Ndiaye potentially leaving sooner than we'd all like. We also discuss potential new signings, squad players penning new deals, next summer's contract malaise, and a vibe check on enthusiasm levels for the Premier League season. Finally, we look at a potentially exciting summer for United Women as they begin their transition towards full-time football. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Countdown to Kick-off: 1 month to go

Jack O'Connell

Enda Stevens

Ben and Andrew have a quick chat about United's first few fixtures of next season, before reminiscing about two modern Blades greats who have now departed the club: Enda Stevens and Jack O'Connell.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew have a quick chat about United's first few fixtures of next season, before reminiscing about two modern Blades greats who have now departed the club: Enda Stevens and Jack O'Connell. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Farewell to Enda Stevens & Jack O'Connell

Billy Sharp

Ben and Andrew go over United's released and retained list, and the end of an era for the Blades as Jack O'Connell, Enda Stevens and Billy Sharp depart the club. We'll be talking more about O'Connell and Enda next time, but the rest of this one is all about the skipper. We discuss what it meant to us having Sharp as captain and talisman of a successful (and, for that matter, occasionally unsuccessful) team, before picking out our ten favourite Billy Sharp goals from his Blades career.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew go over United's released and retained list, and the end of an era for the Blades as Jack O'Connell, Enda Stevens and Billy Sharp depart the club. We'll be talking more about O'Connell and Enda next time, but the rest of this one is all about the skipper. We discuss what it meant to us having Sharp as captain and talisman of a successful (and, for that matter, occasionally unsuccessful) team, before picking out our ten favourite Billy Sharp goals from his Blades career. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

The Billy Sharp Tribute Episode

Best Blades

Ben and Andrew go head-to-head to see who can draft the best team from every player who's represented Sheffield United in the last 25 years. 3-5-2 is the formation, and position matters - no crowbarring George Baldock in at left wingback.Who ends up with the best XI at the end of the draft? Head to @bladespod on Twitter to cast your vote. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Ben and Andrew go head-to-head to see who can draft the best team from every player who's represented Sheffield United in the last 25 years. 3-5-2 is the formation, and position matters - no crowbarring George Baldock in at left wingback. Who ends up with the best XI at the end of the draft? Head to @bladespod on Twitter to cast your vote. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Drafting the best Blades team of the last 25 years

It's that time of year again: Ben and Andrew hand out player ratings to 22 eligible players from United's promotion winning 2022-23 season, with detailed reasoning for each one plus some discussion on the fringe players who didn't quite play enough to merit a rating. Does anyone crack 10/10 this year, and who will inherit Oli McBurnie's wooden spoon from last season? Settle in for almost 100 minutes of podcast on that very subject.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

It's that time of year again: Ben and Andrew hand out player ratings to 22 eligible players from United's promotion winning 2022-23 season, with detailed reasoning for each one plus some discussion on the fringe players who didn't quite play enough to merit a rating. Does anyone crack 10/10 this year, and who will inherit Oli McBurnie's wooden spoon from last season? Settle in for almost 100 minutes of podcast on that very subject. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Class of 2022-23: Player Ratings

Ben and Andrew wrap up the final two games of the Championship season as the Blades reach a club-record 91 points at this level, before picking out our 10 biggest moments from the season: the events and decisions that underpinned United's return to the Premier League.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew wrap up the final two games of the Championship season as the Blades reach a club-record 91 points at this level, before picking out our 10 biggest moments from the season: the events and decisions that underpinned United's return to the Premier League. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Premier League Blades, Over and Out + 10 Big Moments in Winning Promotion

Ben and Andrew relish United's 4-1 victory lap over a fairly-pathetic Preston, as the promotion party shows no sign of stopping and John Fleck signs off (maybe?) with one last goal for the road. Plus, we compare this promotion to the 2019 Chris Wilder-led one, and also revisit our "How To Win Promotion" blueprint from preseason.Thanks for listening and UTB!

Ben and Andrew relish United's 4-1 victory lap over a fairly-pathetic Preston, as the promotion party shows no sign of stopping and John Fleck signs off (maybe?) with one last goal for the road. Plus, we compare this promotion to the 2019 Chris Wilder-led one, and also revisit our "How To Win Promotion" blueprint from preseason. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Four-get The Maths - Preston Recap & More Promotion Thoughts

The Blades are going up: Ben and Andrew are tired but giddy and ramble their way through some immediate thoughts on United clinching a return to the Premier League by beating West Brom last night. Thanks for listening and UTB!

The Blades are going up: Ben and Andrew are tired but giddy and ramble their way through some immediate thoughts on United clinching a return to the Premier League by beating West Brom last night. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Promotion Is Now

Ben and Andrew reflect on a grand day out in the capital, even if it was punctuated by the now-standard Wembley defeat. We also look ahead to West Brom at home and a chance to clinch promotion in front of a packed Bramall Lane crowd, and to once again say thank you to the players and manager for this season.Thanks for listening and UTB!

Ben and Andrew reflect on a grand day out in the capital, even if it was punctuated by the now-standard Wembley defeat. We also look ahead to West Brom at home and a chance to clinch promotion in front of a packed Bramall Lane crowd, and to once again say thank you to the players and manager for this season. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Arch Nemesis - Wembley Recap, West Brom Preview

Brilliant pod lads, giving the blades the attention they deserve. Sat on my rooftop reminiscing with you guys about the 02/03 season and remembering the best (and worst) days of my support!!

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Just started to listen here in Northern California, love it! Keep up the good work

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BladesPod - The Sheffield United Podcast

Paul Coutts

Back with a monster podcast, Ben and Jay spend some time paying tribute to Paul Coutts before getting into in-depth player ratings for every player in Sheffield United’s 2018/19 squad. Tangents a-plenty along with our attempts to pick a “Moretti Moment” for each player, and weigh up whether they’ll cut it in the Premier League.Thanks for listening and UTB!

Back with a monster podcast, Ben and Jay spend some time paying tribute to Paul Coutts before getting into in-depth player ratings for every player in Sheffield United’s 2018/19 squad. Tangents a-plenty along with our attempts to pick a “Moretti Moment” for each player, and weigh up whether they’ll cut it in the Premier League. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Paul Coutts Tribute & 2018-19 Player Ratings

Ben and Andrew dissect a fantastic fightback from the Blades at Stamford Bridge, as United overturn a 2-0 deficit to get a deserved point. We go over the turnaround in performance at half-time (12:50), McBurnie and Robinson (32:16), and a cameo from the Moose (38:52). Finally, talking about Garth Crooks and basic football (45:45), Sunderland in the League Cup (58:24), and whether United should have players in the England squad (1:00:30).Cheers as always for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew dissect a fantastic fightback from the Blades at Stamford Bridge, as United overturn a 2-0 deficit to get a deserved point. We go over the turnaround in performance at half-time (12:50), McBurnie and Robinson (32:16), and a cameo from the Moose (38:52). Finally, talking about Garth Crooks and basic football (45:45), Sunderland in the League Cup (58:24), and whether United should have players in the England squad (1:00:30). Cheers as always for listening, and UTB!

Stamford Bridge Comeback: Chelsea 2-2 Blades

Sam from DEM BLADES fanzine makes his BladesPod debut this week, joining Ben to discuss perhaps our best win of the season. Talking tactics and team selection (03:23), the impact of Madine (09:40), Boro's approach (14:00), and Richard Stearman, Model Pro™ (19:10). Then, we discuss the DEM BLADES fanzine (23:58), and Sam's thoughts on the season so far (35:35).Cheers for listening, check out Sam on Twitter @DEM_BLADES and grab the fanzine at demblades.co.uk.

Sam from DEM BLADES fanzine makes his BladesPod debut this week, joining Ben to discuss perhaps our best win of the season. Talking tactics and team selection (03:23), the impact of Madine (09:40), Boro's approach (14:00), and Richard Stearman, Model Pro™ (19:10). Then, we discuss the DEM BLADES fanzine (23:58), and Sam's thoughts on the season so far (35:35). Cheers for listening, check out Sam on Twitter @DEM_BLADES and grab the fanzine at <a href="http://demblades.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">demblades.co.uk</a>.

Beating Boro with Sam from DEM BLADES fanzine

United pull off a huge win at Elland Road to leapfrog Leeds into second spot as we head into the international break. Ben and Jay talk through how significant a win this was (05:40), how the game panned out (11:10), Chris Basham’s impact (22:55) and Billy Sharp’s work-rate (31:01). Finally, we talk about Pontus Jansson’s tweet (47:29) and look at our remaining fixtures (50:08).Thanks for listening and UTB!

United pull off a huge win at Elland Road to leapfrog Leeds into second spot as we head into the international break. Ben and Jay talk through how significant a win this was (05:40), how the game panned out (11:10), Chris Basham’s impact (22:55) and Billy Sharp’s work-rate (31:01). Finally, we talk about Pontus Jansson’s tweet (47:29) and look at our remaining fixtures (50:08). Thanks for listening and UTB!

Leeds 0-1 Blades review

Ben and Jay chat through a fantastic away win over West Brom, and then preview next week’s Sheffield derby. Includes discussion of our brilliant defending (02:25), Kieran Dowell (12:25), squad depth and rotation (15:30), what to expect from the derby (33:30), and the lineup that we’d go with (43:06). Finally, a quick prediction of the game (53:19).Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Jay chat through a fantastic away win over West Brom, and then preview next week’s Sheffield derby. Includes discussion of our brilliant defending (02:25), Kieran Dowell (12:25), squad depth and rotation (15:30), what to expect from the derby (33:30), and the lineup that we’d go with (43:06). Finally, a quick prediction of the game (53:19). Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

WBA Recap & Sheffield Derby Preview

Ben and Andrew discuss United's progress to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup after Billy Sharp yet again comes to the rescue to defeat Reading. We pick out some standout performers, including Ben Osborn and Luke Freeman, and also look ahead to the home tie with Arsenal. Finally, a preview of Saturday's Premier League game with Norwich City.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew discuss United's progress to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup after Billy Sharp yet again comes to the rescue to defeat Reading. We pick out some standout performers, including Ben Osborn and Luke Freeman, and also look ahead to the home tie with Arsenal. Finally, a preview of Saturday's Premier League game with Norwich City. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Sharp sends Blades into the FA Cup QFs | Norwich Preview

Ben and Andrew recap the Blades bouncing back at Norwich with a 2-1 win courtesy of goals from both wingbacks. We discuss the rapid development of star man George Baldock, a huge save from Dean Henderson, the different directions United and Norwich seem to be heading in, and yet more VAR fun and games. Finally, a preview of our next game, with Aston Villa.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew recap the Blades bouncing back at Norwich with a 2-1 win courtesy of goals from both wingbacks. We discuss the rapid development of star man George Baldock, a huge save from Dean Henderson, the different directions United and Norwich seem to be heading in, and yet more VAR fun and games. Finally, a preview of our next game, with Aston Villa. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Blades Back To Winning Ways At Norwich | Villa Preview

Ben and Andrew discuss the game at Anfield as the Blades find the soon-to-be-Champions a step too far. We talk about Dean Henderson's redemption after the first game between the two sides, training in Stanley Park, and Klopp's tactics. Then, some thoughts on this weekend's FA Cup tie with Fylde, next week's match with West Ham, and then the signing of Jack Rodwell.

Outclassed at Anfield, FA Cup, West Ham preview

Final international break of the year (hurray), which means it's also the final break of the decade - so a fine opportunity to fill it with some decade-related content, which is what Ben and Andrew do here.We pick our Worst Blades XI from the 2010s, before also touching on which players might be heading for a suspension in the next few weeks, thoughts on recruitment in January, which United players we can't do without (and which ones we might be able to get by without), and finally a preview of this weekend's game with Manchester United.Thanks for listening and UTB!

Final international break of the year (hurray), which means it's also the final break of the decade - so a fine opportunity to fill it with some decade-related content, which is what Ben and Andrew do here. We pick our Worst Blades XI from the 2010s, before also touching on which players might be heading for a suspension in the next few weeks, thoughts on recruitment in January, which United players we can't do without (and which ones we might be able to get by without), and finally a preview of this weekend's game with Manchester United. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Worst Blades XI of the Decade + Best/Worst Moments and Games | Man United Preview

The Blades triumph over West Ham in a dramatic Friday night game at Bramall Lane. Ben and Andrew discuss the new contracts for Wilder and Knill, before breaking down the match with the Hammers in detail, including of course the last minute VAR incident. Then, some thoughts on the improving Oli McBurnie, whether to sign Mo Besic, a send-off for Richard Stearman, and a few thoughts on Arsenal this weekend.Thanks for listening and UTB!

The Blades triumph over West Ham in a dramatic Friday night game at Bramall Lane. Ben and Andrew discuss the new contracts for Wilder and Knill, before breaking down the match with the Hammers in detail, including of course the last minute VAR incident. Then, some thoughts on the improving Oli McBurnie, whether to sign Mo Besic, a send-off for Richard Stearman, and a few thoughts on Arsenal this weekend. Thanks for listening and UTB!

Blades 1-0 West Ham, Wilder's New Contract, Stearman send-off

The Blades beat Bournemouth at Bramall Lane to go within 2 points of a Champions League spot (!). Ben and Andrew discuss the game, including impressive displays from McBurnie and O'Connell, Bournemouth's antics, who would be the hardest Premier League manager, and whether we're playing better or worse without McGoldrick in the team.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

The Blades beat Bournemouth at Bramall Lane to go within 2 points of a Champions League spot (!). Ben and Andrew discuss the game, including impressive displays from McBurnie and O'Connell, Bournemouth's antics, who would be the hardest Premier League manager, and whether we're playing better or worse without McGoldrick in the team. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

The Blades Are Staying Up (Duh) - United 2-1 Bournemouth

Ben and Andrew discuss an entertaining draw at West Ham as Mousset’s goal make those Tevez masks look a little silly(er). We break down the game in detail (06:16), then also talk Declan Rice, Robert Snodgrass, Andrew’s Colombia shirt, and Bramall Lane vs the Olympic Stadium (49:25). Finally, some memories of Burnley, including Stan Ternent vs Neil Warnock, and a look ahead to the game itself (1:07:17).Thanks, as always, for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew discuss an entertaining draw at West Ham as Mousset’s goal make those Tevez masks look a little silly(er). We break down the game in detail (06:16), then also talk Declan Rice, Robert Snodgrass, Andrew’s Colombia shirt, and Bramall Lane vs the Olympic Stadium (49:25). Finally, some memories of Burnley, including Stan Ternent vs Neil Warnock, and a look ahead to the game itself (1:07:17). Thanks, as always, for listening, and UTB!

Mousset Does It Again | West Ham Review | Burnley Preview

Ben and Andrew dive into a mammoth Premier League preview, predicting United's league position, the three relegated teams, Billy Sharp's goal tally, and more. Then, Ben is joined by Jeff Hayward from Bournemouth's Back of the Net podcast to get an insider view on this weekend's game.Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew dive into a mammoth Premier League preview, predicting United's league position, the three relegated teams, Billy Sharp's goal tally, and more. Then, Ben is joined by Jeff Hayward from Bournemouth's Back of the Net podcast to get an insider view on this weekend's game. Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Premier League Predictions | Bournemouth Preview

A superb performance from the Blades as Burnley are taken apart at Bramall Lane. Ben and Andrew talk about “Super” John Lundstram going global, marvellous Mousset (29:40), Burnley’s slightly baffling approach (46:00), whether anyone from 2006/07 would get in this team (1:04:26), and finally a look ahead to – and some memories of – Tottenham Hotspur (1:21:08).Cheers for listening and UTB!

A superb performance from the Blades as Burnley are taken apart at Bramall Lane. Ben and Andrew talk about “Super” John Lundstram going global, marvellous Mousset (29:40), Burnley’s slightly baffling approach (46:00), whether anyone from 2006/07 would get in this team (1:04:26), and finally a look ahead to – and some memories of – Tottenham Hotspur (1:21:08). Cheers for listening and UTB!

Brilliant Blades Slice Through Burnley

Your questions, answered! Ben and Jay tackle subjects like: could Billy Sharp cut it in the Premier League (02:47), what is the Most Valuable Championship XI (13:50), where would David Brooks fit in our current team (29:00), what happens to our squad if we get promoted (31:55), Baldock vs Freeman Redux (43:15), and how this squad compares to the Triple Assault / Promotion teams (47:30). Finally, what are Wilder's best and worst signings (53:07), and which players from 2005/06 would we swap for the current team (57:28).Thanks very much for all your questions, and as always, for downloading and listening. Cheers and UTB!

Your questions, answered! Ben and Jay tackle subjects like: could Billy Sharp cut it in the Premier League (02:47), what is the Most Valuable Championship XI (13:50), where would David Brooks fit in our current team (29:00), what happens to our squad if we get promoted (31:55), Baldock vs Freeman Redux (43:15), and how this squad compares to the Triple Assault / Promotion teams (47:30). Finally, what are Wilder's best and worst signings (53:07), and which players from 2005/06 would we swap for the current team (57:28). Thanks very much for all your questions, and as always, for downloading and listening. Cheers and UTB!

International Break Mailbag Special

Ben and Andrew discuss what it means to be a cult hero, then pick their top 5 personal cult heroes from the time supporting the Blades, before finishing with a quick look at some honourable mentions who didn't quite make the cut.Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew discuss what it means to be a cult hero, then pick their top 5 personal cult heroes from the time supporting the Blades, before finishing with a quick look at some honourable mentions who didn't quite make the cut. Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Top 5 Blades Cult Heroes

Ben and Andrew attempt to make sense of a wild game at Bramall Lane on Sunday afternoon in this week's pod. We talk about how Man U tried and (largely) failed to outdo us tactically, the ending of Phil Jones' career, the brilliance of our play, what went wrong in a mad 7 minutes, and generally reliving what was an extremely entertaining and enjoyable game. Finally, a quick preview of Wolves away at the end there.Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew attempt to make sense of a wild game at Bramall Lane on Sunday afternoon in this week's pod. We talk about how Man U tried and (largely) failed to outdo us tactically, the ending of Phil Jones' career, the brilliance of our play, what went wrong in a mad 7 minutes, and generally reliving what was an extremely entertaining and enjoyable game. Finally, a quick preview of Wolves away at the end there. Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Won It, Lost It, Drawn It - Blades 3-3 Man Utd

Ben and Andrew talk through an eventful but deserved draw at Tottenham, including some love for David McGoldrick (of course), a rant about VAR (sadly, also of course), George Baldock's finishing, sitting in the home end, and lots more.Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew talk through an eventful but deserved draw at Tottenham, including some love for David McGoldrick (of course), a rant about VAR (sadly, also of course), George Baldock's finishing, sitting in the home end, and lots more. Thanks as always for listening, and UTB!

Spurs Review - Blades Good, VAR Bad

The Blades sit 5th in the Premier League table at Christmas. I'll give you a moment to just re-read that one. Ben is joined by special guest Jay, Mr Blades Analytics himself, to discuss the win over Brighton, the season so far, where we might be if McGoldrick DID take his chances, and some potential targets for January...Thanks for listening, and to all Blades out there, have a great Christmas!

The Blades sit 5th in the Premier League table at Christmas. I'll give you a moment to just re-read that one. Ben is joined by special guest Jay, Mr Blades Analytics himself, to discuss the win over Brighton, the season so far, where we might be if McGoldrick DID take his chances, and some potential targets for January... Thanks for listening, and to all Blades out there, have a great Christmas!

Blades 5th At Christmas - Brighton 0-1 United

Ben and Andrew take a deep-dive into United's first Premier League win for twelve years, as the Blades make a great start to the season. We talk about the match in detail (07:24), overlapping centre-backs for the goal (14:30), and a great showing from John Lundstram (17:30). Next, shutting down Wilfried Zaha (28:24), and Oliver Norwood's ping (41:00). Finally, a look ahead to our next opponents, Leicester City (56:30).Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Ben and Andrew take a deep-dive into United's first Premier League win for twelve years, as the Blades make a great start to the season. We talk about the match in detail (07:24), overlapping centre-backs for the goal (14:30), and a great showing from John Lundstram (17:30). Next, shutting down Wilfried Zaha (28:24), and Oliver Norwood's ping (41:00). Finally, a look ahead to our next opponents, Leicester City (56:30). Thanks for listening, and UTB!

Blades 1-0 Palace

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