The Star Blades
By The Star Blades
The Star BladesJan 31, 2022
The Monday Review - More signings, please
Chris Holt and Danny Hall discuss Sheffield United's defeat to Nottingham Forest - a match that brought some positives for the Blades but left that continued lingering feeling amongst supporters that new faces are surely needed before this becomes a 'what if...?' campaign in the Premier League.
Get the badge in, Tom
Chris Holt and Danny Hall are back to offer some insight into what's happening at Sheffield United with new faces coming in and hopefully a few more on the horizon. We hear from paul Heckingbottom on new boys Gus Hamer and Tom Davies and have a look ahead to the trip to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest
Blades aren't ready for it
Sheffield United's Premier League campaign kicked off with a whimper after a 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Saturday, with Paul Heckingbottom forced into starting a team noticeably worse than the one that ended last season in the Championship. Chris Holt is joined by The Star's Danny Hall to talk over the Blades' return to the top flight.
Hull City at home
Join James Shield, Danny Hall and Chris Holt as they look back at this week's news from Bramall Lane.
Bodies - The Star Blades Monday Review
The Star Blades Monday review is back to go talk over Saturday's 3-1 win over Stoke where Sheffield United were far from their best but still came out quite comfortable winners. Chris Holt, James Shield and Danny Hall also chat about potentially missing Iliman Ndiaye, the impact of Jayden Bogle and a little bit of an issue behind the scenes with the training pitch. As well as that there's a transfer update, where after Ndiaye's injury 'bodies' are needed. No matter how long he's out for.
Iliman Ndiaye and the unsigned contract
The Star Blades podcast is back to look ahead towards United's return to league action against Stoke City after last week's FA Cup trip to Millwall. Chris Holt, Danny Hall and James Shield also take a look at the transfer movement so far involving Will Osula and the departing Reda Khadra as well as chat about the future of Iliman Ndiaye.
Bring on Deadpool
The Star Blades Monday Review is back to look back over Sheffield United's comfortable FA Cup win over Millwall at the weekend. Danny Hall is with Chris Holt to talk us through that victory including the impact of Daniel Jebbison who was on the scoresheet and the rise in prominence of James McAtee. We also reflect on the next round draw which sees the Blades heading to Wrexham and their Hollywood backers.
Fix up look Sharp
In the latest episode of The Star Blades podcast, Chris Holt and James SHield look back over the return to action for Sheffield United and a win over Huddersfield Town. They also wax lyrical about goalscorer Billy Sharp and look ahead into something of the unknown as the Blades prepare to take on Kolo Toure's Wigan on Monday night. There's all that and a quick transfer window brief and where things are with the proposed takeover of the club.
Real football is back
After what has felt like an age, Sheffield United are back this week as Championship action returns with the Blades taking on Huddersfield Town at Bramall Lane. Chris Holt and Danny Hall are here with The Star Blades podcast again after a World Cup enforced break and they'll look back over what United have been doing with their time off, the state of the squad's injuries, Iliman Ndiaye's potential return, a new training pitch and admit that they just don't know what lies ahead this weekend.
Like a Greasy Machboos Butty
While the Championship has paused for the World Cup, The Star Blades podcast isn't taking a break and this week Chris Holt, Danny Hall and James Shield are delving into the prospects of seeing a United player or maybe even two on the biggest stage at Qatar next week.
The lads assess the chances of Adam Davies getting a place in goal for Wales and the disappointment of Rhys Norrington-Davies.
There's also a chat about Iliman Ndiaye's potential to rip it up at the World Cup and what that means for Sheffield United as well as the view on ex-Blades Harry Maguire and Kyle Walker in the England squad.
The Monday Review - Bluebirds shot down
The Star Blades Podcast team are back with the Monday Review, albeit a day late, as Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to go back over a crucial win for Sheffield United against Cardiff City on Saturday which allowed them to go into an equally important break in those all-important automatic promotion places.
They also discuss the impact of James McAtee in that match, as well as weighing up whether it was right for John Egan to go away on international duty and the words of Oli McBurnie on the prospect of staying on at Bramall Lane with his contract due to expire.
Peaches and Roses
In this week's edition of The Star Blades podcast we look back over Tuesday night's defeat to Rotherham United, ask where it all went wrong and how United can bounce back. We hear from Oli McBurnie on his form recently and what he believes the reasons are for the turnaround and discuss the injury situation at Bramall Lane.
James Shield and Danny Hall also take a look ahead to Saturday's match against Cardiff City, the last before the World Cup break
A Burnley Battering
The Monday Review is here and there still smiles aplenty after a stunning performance by Sheffield United at the weekend as they hammered league leaders Burnley at Bramall Lane. Chris Holt is joined by The Star's Blades writer Danny Hall to reflect on the redemption of Jack Robinson, the impact of Illiman Ndiaye and Oli McBurnie and also take a quick look ahead ot Tuesday night's South Yorkshire derby against Rotherham United
Reda and weep
Chris Holt is joined by Sheffield United writer Danny Hall to look back at the win over Bristol City and the fall-out from Reda Khadra's surprising substitution in the first half. We'll also wax lyrical about the greatness of October Player of the Month Ollie Norwood and preview an absolutely mammoth encounter at the weekend as top-of-the-table Burnley head for Bramall Lane
The Monday Review - Blades bag a win...at last!
We're here with a new edition of The Star Blades podcast - the Monday review, casting an eye over the weekend events, where this time around Sheffield United finally managed to pick up a win after what has been an 'orrible October.
In this week's edition, Chris Holt, James Shield and Danny Hall discuss Saturday's victory over West Brom, the rise and rise of Tommy Doyle, McBurnie back among the goals and the question mark around the number one spot against Bristol City on Tuesday night
Blades' Blues snooze and a kick up the Rs
Welcome to another edition of The Star Blades podcast where Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to go back over a week to forget at Bramall Lane as United come away with one measly point for their home double-header against Birmingham City and QPR. We take a look at where it went wrong, why complaining about wasting time is a waste of time and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Stoke
Real football is back
Real football is back after the international break and Chris Holt is joined for another Star Blaes podcast by James Shield and Danny Hall as we look back over what we might have learned from the players' trips with their countries as well as looking ahead to a home double-header against Bimingham and QPR. We'll also ponder what formation Paul Heckingbottom might use for those games as the United boss wrestles with some injury concerns at the back
Is a break as good as a rest for Blades?
We're back with The Star Blades podcast where this week Chris Holt is joined by James Shield and Danny Hall to discuss another Sheffield United injury blow, the pros and cons of this international break, the stand-out performers of the season so far and the latest on the managerial changes around the division.
Reda all about it
Chris Holt is joined by The Star's James Shield as we look ahead to the Blades' Championship kick off against Watford on Monday night as well as taking an in-depth look at the recruitment over the summer and the expectations at Bramall Lane for the upcoming campaign
Sheffield United in Portugal Special: Part One
The Star's Danny Hall is soaking up the sunshine in Portugal at Sheffield United's training camp and sports editor Chris Holt caught up with him to get the lowdown on what the Blades players are getting up to and offer some insight into the addition of new signings Anel Ahmedhodžić and Tommy Doyle.
Almost a classic
Steve and James discuss the drama after Tuesday's play off game with Forest.
Nottingham Forest Preview
After 46 games, it all comes down to the play-offs. Can Sheffield United do it? The Star's Blades correspondent James joins host Steve to discuss the mood in the Blades' camp ahead of Saturday's first leg.
Blades podcast
The Star's sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Sheffield United writer James Shield as they look back over last week's win over QPR but more importantly delve into Saturday's match against champions Fulham, where a place in the play-offs is at stake for the Blades
Race for The Top Six
The Star's Blades correspondent James joins host Steve to discuss the latest in the Championship play-off race ahead of United's trip to QPR
Sheffield United States
The Star’s sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Blades writer James Shield to talk over an immensely busy week at Sheffield United where they stumbled on the pitch over the Easter weekend. Off it there appears to be a regime change in the midst with US businessman Henry Mauriss closing in on a surprise takeover. As well as that there’s a new contract for Billy Sharp and still a bit of uncertainty surrounding Chris Basham. Lots to talk about!
Refs, VAR and Reading
The Star's Blades correspondents get a few things off their chest after the Bournemouth fiasco before previewing a double-header over the Easter weekend.
Hecky's Theatre Recommendations
The Star's Blades correspondents discuss the main talking points from Paul Heckingbottom's pre-Stoke press conference.
You Filip My Senses
With no game this week, The Star's Blades correspondents discuss Sheffield United's impressive capture of Croation international Filip Uremovic and consider if more players could follow him through the door at Bramall Lane.
Defeats, draws and a derby
The Star's Sheffield United correspondent James Shield joins host Steve to discuss another eventful seven days for the Blades and look ahead to this weekend's South Yorkshire derby
After the Lord Mayor's show
The Star's sports team reflect on a brilliant performance and result before considering the challenge ahead for Sheffield United.
Play-off race hots up
Steve and James preview two mouthwatering fixtures for Sheffield United in the Championship play-off race, including the return of Chris Wilder with his new club Middlesbrough.
A club United
The Star's sports editor Chris Holt is joined by Blades writer James Shield to talk over a night of drama on Wednesday after United's late, late show against Blackburn. Dampening the spirits a little there's also a look at the injury situation which is getting worse and a look ahead to Saturday's trip to Millwall
Is Oli McBurnie the answer in attack?
Blades writer joins Chris Etchells with a look ahead to the game against Swansea.
The Billy Sharp Appreciation Show
Steve and James wax lyrical over Billy Sharp after his latest goals and ask whether automatic promotion is out of reach.
Goode times
Steve, James and Chris discuss Sheffield United's latest win, latest arrival and upcoming clash against Birmingham City.
Transfer deadline day
Join James, Danny and Steve for all the latest transfer news on deadline day.
Peterborough away
Blades writer James Shield and Sports Editor Chris Holt join sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
Transfer news fan Q&A
Danny Hall and Steve Jones answers all your transfer news questions
Pulling Teeth
Steve, James and Chris reflect on another frustrating week in Sheffield United's season before previewing a tough test against Luton Town.
Back to normality (sort of)
The Star's Blades correspondent James Shield previews Sheffield United's return to Championship action against Derby County alongside sports editor Chris Holt. There's also more moaning about the ever-frustrating Lys Mousset.
Fan Q&A January 12th 2021
Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall joins sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
Looking to the future
The Star's Blades correspondent James Shield teams up with sports editor Chris Holt to discuss the pair's hopes, dreams and expectations for the rest of the season at the turn of the year.
Fan Q&A
Blades writers James Shield and Danny Hall joins sports reporter Steve Jones to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points.
Christmas Uncertainty
Steve and Danny discuss the Preston postponement and how much of a threat it is to Sheffield United's momentum before looking ahead to the Hull game, which could now be in doubt, and a potential Christmas reunion with Chris Wilder.
Game off
Steve Jones and James Shield talk through the confirmation that Sheffield United’s Championship clash with Queens Park Rangers, originally scheduled for tonight, had been postponed because of an outbreak of Covid-19 in the visitors’ camp, some fans began to reminisce about other unusual reasons for Blades games being called off over the years.
QPR preview
Steve, James and Chris preview Monday's visit of QPR before discussing several individuals who could have a huge influence on the Blades this season.
Cardiff preview
Can Sheffield United continue their resurgence in the Welsh capital this weekend? Baldes correspondent James Shield and The Star's sports editor Chris Holt also discuss the January transfer window and the rise of Rhian Brewster.
The Star Blades fans Q&A - December 1st 2021
Star Sports Editor and Blades writer James Shield take your questions.
Making sense of the madness
The lads attempt to demystify a crazy 24 hours and answer listeners' questions on what it means for Sheffield United moving forward.
The Star Blades LIVE
Blades writer Danny Hall joins The Star's sports editor Chris Holt and sports reporter Steve Jones for a special live episode to discuss the latest Sheffield United talking points and take fans' questions.