Paul Heckingbottom issues Manchester United verdict and gives Sheffield United injury update
manchestereveningnews.co.ukSheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has refused to play down the task of attempting to overcome Manchester United ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash at Bramall Lane.
United, who signed off for the recent international break with a dramatic 2-1 win over Brentford, have experienced a stop-start beginning to the season, winning five and losing six of their opening 11 games in all competitions.
They have won just four of their opening eight league matches. The Reds have been vulnerable defensively, too, conceding 12 goals in the league so far.
They have also conceded the first goal in six of their opening eight league outings. READ MORE: United planning to extend three players' contracts READ MORE: United might have to sell six players to give Erik ten Hag the squad he wants However, the onus will be on Erik ten Hag's side to dictate proceedings and secure all three points when they make the relatively short trip over the Pennines on Saturday evening.
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