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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'Not part of a trend': Sheffield United boss confronts accusation about his team

Despite suffering back to back defeats for only the third time since he took charge 15 months ago, Paul Heckingbottom...

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The thinking behind Sheffield United's interest in Watford's Ismael Kone

Six months ago, Ismael Kone was sitting in the departure lounge of an airport near Montreal waiting to receive the or...

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Sheffield United wrap star performer in cotton wool ahead of Watford's visit

Sheffield United are wrapping one of their most influential performers in cotton wool as Paul Heckingbottom attempts ...

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Sheffield United receive important directive as they look to reignite promotion push

After conceding as many goals in their last two outings as they did in the previous eight, Sheffield United manager P...

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Sheffield United captain in race against time to make Watford clash

Billy Sharp faces a race against time to be fit for Saturday’s game against Watford, as Sheffield United hope to bols...

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Sheffield United won't be distracted by Middlesbrough's mind games

Sheffield United are refusing to be drawn into the mind games surrounding the race for automatic promotion from the C...

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Sheffield United devise plan as boss faces touchline ban against Watford

Sheffield United are devising a plan to ensure their decision-making during Saturday’s game against Watford is not ad...

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Sheffield United star provides an insight into the team's mentality right now

“The next game,” replies John Egan, when asked to describe what his future looks like at Bramall Lane.

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'You can beat anyone,' Sheffield United's next opponents are told ahead of huge clash

Sheffield United’s forthcoming opponents Watford have been told they are capable of beating any team in the division ...

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Sheffield United's long-term "health" is being threatened by off-the pitch-issues, including embargo

The effects of Sheffield United’s transfer embargo are being felt beyond the confines of the first team dressing room...

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Sheffield United told: 'It shows how much mentality can change a game' after tough week

Sheffield United have been told they must once again become masters of their own destiny following a potentially pivo...

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Boxing: Dalton Smith set for Sheffield headline show after British title defence

Dalton Smith is set to enjoy headline status in his home city of Sheffield once again after edging a step closer towa...

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