Derby County vs Sheffield United – Preview
Derby County vs Sheffield United – Preview Sheffield United finally put an end to their 2025/26 Sky Bet Championship campaign on Saturday afternoon when they make a short trip to Pride Park to play Derby County. The Rams will have everything to play for in front of their home fans on Saturday. They currently sit just a point behind sixth-placed Wrexham and seventh-placed Hull City, so a victory against the Blades and some help from elsewhere could see Derby sneak into the play-offs on the final day.
An 88th minute winner against Queens Park Rangers last Saturday has set up a potentially incredible storyline for this weekend. United are well and truly on the beach after yet another poor display against Preston North End and another defeat at Bramall Lane where they conceded three goals. Chris Wilder has not held back in his frustration and criticism of the team in recent weeks as he continues to state big changes will be made at Sheffield United this summer.
Team News Derby could be without former Blade Rhian Brewster for the final game as he continues to recover from a knee injury. Patrick Agyemang continues to be sidelined with an Achilles issue, while Bobby Clark will be monitored after suffering a hamstring strain in early April. Sammie Smodicz is a minor doubt after being forced off late in the game in their recent win over QPR.
The Blades will be without Kalvin Phillips and Andre Brooks once more for the final kick-off of the season. Derby County’s Impact Player For This Game One player who could have a major influence for Derby is Carlton Morris. The striker offers a strong physical presence and could be key to how Derby approach this game, particularly when they look to play more direct.
Despite suffering from injuries this season, the former Barnsley striker has managed to score 12 times in 30 appearances. Morris is excellent at leading the line. He uses his strength well to hold off defenders and bring teammates into play, which will be important if Derby look to relieve pressure and build attacks higher up the pitch.