James Shield Journalist
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James Shield is the Sheffield United correspondent and football writer for The Star. He provides analysis of events at Bramall Lane both in print and online, as well as writing a regular column which takes readers behind the scenes of the club.

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1365 Articles
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Sheffield United boss' worrying claim about Luton Town ahead of huge Bramall Lane clash

Luton Town have become an even more formidable proposition since facing Sheffield United in August, Paul Heckingbotto...

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Sheffield United defender names his "stand-out player" - and manager agrees

After hearing George Baldock describe Jack Robinson as Sheffield United’s “stand-out player” in recent weeks, manager...

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Sheffield United star's surprising take on their last result against Luton Town

It might not have seemed like the most spectacular of results at the time but, divulging the details of a conversatio...

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Sheffield United provide evidence of how fans influence their performances

Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has provided evidence of the effect Bramall Lane’s supporters have upon h...

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Sheffield United identify Luton Town's most dangerous traits as trio receive all-clear

Identifying ways of combating Luton Town’s strength, athleticism and unusual pressing game are among Sheffield United...

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Sheffield United make changes to avoid weather disruption ahead of Luton Town's visit

Sheffield United have reorganised their training schedule ahead of Saturday’s game against Luton Town in order to pre...

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Sheffield United manager's promotion comment raises eyebrows - until truth becomes clear

Sheffield United will enter this weekend’s game against Luton Town already guaranteed to go up. That was Paul Hecking...

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Sheffield United boss breathes a huge sigh of relief as major promotion obstacle removed

After spending the past three games watching from the stands, Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has reveale...

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Sheffield United boss hails the return of 'big game players' at a critical stage of the season

Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom hailed the return to form of his squad’s ‘big game’ players following las...

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Sheffield United's would-be new owner Dozy Mmobuosi watches win over Reading

Dozy Mmobuosi, Sheffield United’s prospective new owner, watched from the stands as Paul Heckingbottom’s side beat Re...

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Sheffield United boss reveals one unexpected consequence of touchline ban

Rather than being a help, Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has revealed how technology has actually hinder...

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Sheffield United star hopes club can activate extension clause in his soon-to-expire contract

John Fleck hopes Sheffield United choose to activate the 12 month extension clause they inserted into his present con...

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