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CHRIS’ RETURN SUGGESTS: IF IT AIN’T BROKE, DON’T FIX IT…

Graham Westley

HAVING lost out in heartbreaking fashion to Sunderland in last season’s Championship play-off final at Wembley, Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder could not have expected unemployment to follow next. However, the Blades sought to build on last season’s success by playing a purer game and building a more modern approach.
Five games and nil points later, with a goal difference of -11, it’s back to the future for the Blades. A very clear case of being careful what you wish for and if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
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