Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder delivers touching tribute to George Baldock following huge 1-0 win over rivals Sheffield Wednesday... after ex-Blades star's tragic death aged 31
1 week, 4 days ago

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder delivers touching tribute to George Baldock following huge 1-0 win over rivals Sheffield Wednesday... after ex-Blades star's tragic death aged 31

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Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder held aloft a George Baldock shirt at full-time as he celebrated his side securing a first Steel City Derby double since 2006. A goal from ex-Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster secured United a 1-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday and lifted them back into the Championship's top two. Chris Wilder held up a George Baldock shirt after Sheffield United 1-0 Steel City derby win The former defender spent seven years with the Blades before tragically dying at 31 last year Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder holds aloft a George Baldock shirt as he celebrates his side securing a first Steel City Derby double since 2006. I told the players that they can be part of the journey.’ United completed a first double over Wednesday in 19 years as they moved up to second place Former Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster was on the mark to clinch a 1-0 win for United United have developed a habit of winning tight games and Brewster’s 64th-minute tap-in – from Tyrese Campbell’s deflected cross – secured a sixth successive away victory.

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George Baldock's family are facing fresh heartache over the late footballer's cause of death last month at 31
4 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock's family are facing fresh heartache over the late footballer's cause of death last month at 31

Daily Mail  

George Baldock's family are facing fresh heartache following the former footballer's tragic death last month at the age of 31. Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock was found dead at his home last month Annabel Dignam, who is mother to Baldock's year old son Brody, faces a lengthy wait to learn her fiancé's cause of death Tributes have been paid …

Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked George Baldock's death faces losing his job - after holding up vile sign in derby against Sheffield United
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked George Baldock's death faces losing his job - after holding up vile sign in derby against Sheffield United

Daily Mail  

The football fan who mocked the death of ex-Sheffield United star George Baldock faces losing his job, MailOnline can reveal. Sheffield Wednesday fan Brandon Pedryc faces losing his job after mocking the death of former Sheffield United star George Baldock by holding up a sign saying: 'Where's Baldock?' Sheffield United and Wednesday were facing off for the first time since …

Revealed: Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked the death of former Sheffield United star George Baldock is university-educated surveyor who now faces police investigation
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Revealed: Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked the death of former Sheffield United star George Baldock is university-educated surveyor who now faces police investigation

Daily Mail  

Wednesday have confirmed they are working with the police in an investigation The fan issued a sickening sign that read 'Where's Baldock?' while in the stands The identity of the Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked the death of ex-Sheffield United star George Baldock has been revealed. The Sheffield Wednesday fan who mocked the death of George Baldock can be identified …

Police investigate Sheffield Wednesday fan who appeared to mock George Baldock’s death
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Police investigate Sheffield Wednesday fan who appeared to mock George Baldock’s death

The Independent  

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Sheffield Wednesday investigate fan ‘mocking George Baldock death’ during Steel City derby
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sheffield Wednesday investigate fan ‘mocking George Baldock death’ during Steel City derby

The Telegraph  

Sheffield Wednesday are working with police to hunt down a fan accused of mocking rival supporters about the death of George Baldock in an “abhorrent act” during the Steel City derby. Images circulated on social media show a man in the Wednesday end with a message written large on his phone screen saying “Where’s Baldock?” The Telegraph was unable to …

George Baldock dead: Ian Wright expresses his 'condolences to his family', while Roy Keane calls him a player 'who had huge energy' before England's defeat by Greece - after the former Sheffield Unite
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock dead: Ian Wright expresses his 'condolences to his family', while Roy Keane calls him a player 'who had huge energy' before England's defeat by Greece - after the former Sheffield Unite

Daily Mail  

Greece players paid tribute to the defender after scoring first and at full time Pundits have paid tribute to George Baldock after the former Sheffield United defender was found dead at his home in Greece. Police tried cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the 31-year-old former Premier League player but could not revive him and medical emergency units confirmed his death at the …

Inside George Baldock's final hours before ex-Premier League star was found dead in Greek swimming pool
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Inside George Baldock's final hours before ex-Premier League star was found dead in Greek swimming pool

Daily Mail  

George Baldock trained as normal on the day he drowned in his swimming pool - with teammates gathering in shock outside his villa following his death less than 12 hours after they last saw him, it was revealed today. George Baldock trained on the day he died and his teammates and team staff gathered outside the villa where he was …

Greek police give update after shock death of footballer George Baldock in Athens
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Greek police give update after shock death of footballer George Baldock in Athens

The Independent  

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George Baldock dead: Ben Chilwell leads tributes to former teammate after his tragic passing aged 31 - as his family state their shock at 'their terrible loss'
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock dead: Ben Chilwell leads tributes to former teammate after his tragic passing aged 31 - as his family state their shock at 'their terrible loss'

Daily Mail  

Chelsea and England defender Ben Chilwell has paid tribute to his former team-mate George Baldock, who tragically died at the age of 31, while his family say they are 'in shock' after his passing. Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has died at the age of 31 in Greece Chelsea and England defender Ben Chilwell paid tribute to Baldock, who …

George Baldock dies aged 31 as former club Sheffield United express ‘shock’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock dies aged 31 as former club Sheffield United express ‘shock’

The Independent  

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George Baldock – the Steel City’s adopted son – epitomised the Sheffield United fairytale
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock – the Steel City’s adopted son – epitomised the Sheffield United fairytale

New York Times  

Back when Sheffield United were riding high in the Premier League, my old boss had the bright idea of touring the country to discover where the footballing dreams of Chris Wilder’s band of brothers had begun. George Baldock’s first team was one of the longer trips, the right-back having been brought up in the picturesque Buckinghamshire village of Steeple Claydon. …

George Baldock died while swimming at home in pool, family say
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock died while swimming at home in pool, family say

New York Times  

Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock drowned while swimming in a pool at his home in Athens, his family said in a statement. We can confirm that a post-mortem examination has found that George tragically drowned whilst swimming in the pool at his home in Glyfada, Athens,” a statement from Baldock’s family read. We ask that you please continue to …

George Baldock: Former Sheffield United defender found dead aged 31
5 months, 2 weeks ago

George Baldock: Former Sheffield United defender found dead aged 31

New York Times  

Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has been found dead at his home in Athens, Greece, at the age of 31. “Sheffield United Football Club is shocked and extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player, George Baldock,” the club said on Wednesday. The sincere condolences of everyone associated with Sheffield United are extended to George’s family and …

Chris Wilder blasts his Sheffield United flops for 'raising the white flag' in too many games as 5-1 thrashing at Newcastle confirmed their relegation... but he's determined to lead his hometown club
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Chris Wilder blasts his Sheffield United flops for 'raising the white flag' in too many games as 5-1 thrashing at Newcastle confirmed their relegation... but he's determined to lead his hometown club

Daily Mail  

Chris Wilder gave one of Sheffield United's best performances of the season at St James' Park. Chris Wilder laid into his Sheffield United players after their relegation was confirmed The Blades have won only three matches all season as they slide back to the Championship Alexander Isak scored twice as the Magpies ran rampant against Sheffield United 'They can't automatically …

From Watford to Mumbai: Chris Wilder and Des Buckingham find themselves at common junctures of a comeback
2 years ago

From Watford to Mumbai: Chris Wilder and Des Buckingham find themselves at common junctures of a comeback

The Hindu  

English football has often seen managers who – despite being relatively less famous in European circles – have worked wonders in the country’s domestic leagues. In March 2023, Wilder and his former protege – thousands of miles apart – stand at similar junctures of restarts – one for a Championship club and the other, Des Buckingham, for a fresh go, …

Sheffield United Relegated from Premier League after 1-0 Loss at Wolves
3 years, 11 months ago

Sheffield United Relegated from Premier League after 1-0 Loss at Wolves

News 18  

Sheffield United’s relegation from the Premier League was sealed when they lost 1-0 at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday after a second-galf goal by Willian Jose at Molineux. Willian Jose’s first goal for Wolves did the damage in the 59th minute, meaning United now share the unwanted record of being relegated after 32 Premier League games set by Derby County and …

Premier League: Chris Wilder leaves Sheffield United with team last in EPL
4 years ago

Premier League: Chris Wilder leaves Sheffield United with team last in EPL

The Hindu  

Sheffield United started preparing for life outside the Premier League by announcing the departure of manager Chris Wilder with the team in last place and headed for relegation. “We confirm our intention to keep the core of the player group together and will continue to invest further in the academy and the first team, to place us in the best …

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder admits 'it hurts' to see his struggling side bottom of the league
4 years, 3 months ago

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder admits 'it hurts' to see his struggling side bottom of the league

Daily Mail  

Having been hailed as a genius last season, Chris Wilder currently sits bottom of the Premier League with his Sheffield United having taken only one point from 10 matches. ‘Mr Beer and Mr Wine,’ quipped Wilder when asked how he is coping with the difficult situation Blades find themselves in ahead of Sunday's home game against Leicester. Chris Wilder has …

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder praises Tottenham counterpart Jose Mourinho
4 years, 8 months ago

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder praises Tottenham counterpart Jose Mourinho

Daily Mail  

Chris Wilder celebrated Sheffield United's first victory since the restart by staying up until 4.30am and finishing the bottles of red wine he had started with Jose Mourinho. The Blades boss was a little bleary-eyed on Friday when he reflected on the 3-1 win over Tottenham and looked ahead to Sunday's trip to Burnley. Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder praised …

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder sets sights on capping brilliant season with a place in Europe
4 years, 9 months ago

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder sets sights on capping brilliant season with a place in Europe

Daily Mail  

The last time Sheffield United played at Aston Villa was in the Championship last season. Wilder promised that the Blades would be positive when the Premier League season returns ‘I have found it really difficult,’ he admitted. Wilder, 52, was a full back for Sheffield United but made his way up from FC Halifax Town ‘People always ask me whether …

Chris Wilder says Sheffield United deserve a Champions League spot
4 years, 9 months ago

Chris Wilder says Sheffield United deserve a Champions League spot

Daily Mail  

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has revealed how the club's positive mentality has paved the way for their success this season and fuelled their European pursuit. Should Sheffield United manage to climb the table to fifth place following football's return this month, they could find themselves with a place in the Champions League. Chris Wilder says Sheffield United have succeed …

Chris Wilder insists Sheffield United will not fear Liverpool
5 years, 2 months ago

Chris Wilder insists Sheffield United will not fear Liverpool

Daily Mail  

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder had little time for reflection at the end of a stellar 2019 for his club. Chris Wilder has no time to reflect on Sheffield United's incredible 2019 after promotion The Blades were promoted to the top flight last season after finishing 2nd in the Championship They are now defying the odds in the Premier League …

Norwich 1-2 Sheffield United: Blades complete comeback
5 years, 3 months ago

Norwich 1-2 Sheffield United: Blades complete comeback

Daily Mail  

Chris Wilder warned that there is something about Carrow Road that turns him into 'a grumpy old git'. George Baldock scores the winner in the second half to complete Sheffield United's comeback Baldock celebrates putting his side in front for the first time in the match at Carrow Road Shefield United defender Chris Basham was initially shown a red card …

Tottenham 1-1 Sheffield Utd: Blades overcome VAR woes
5 years, 4 months ago

Tottenham 1-1 Sheffield Utd: Blades overcome VAR woes

The Hindu  

Sheffield United shrugged off being on the sharp end of more VAR controversy to claim a deserved 1-1 draw at Tottenham. Son was increasingly Spurs' lone outlet and gave visiting keeper Dean Henderson his first significant piece of work, arrowing a shot towards the bottom corner after Dele Alli's raking pass. A more precise ball into the South Korea star's …

Sheffield United are back in the Premier League... but what next for the Blades?
5 years, 10 months ago

Sheffield United are back in the Premier League... but what next for the Blades?

Daily Mail  

While Sheffield United will be tipped to last just one season back in the Premier League, you'd be advised not to write off their local hero manager Chris Wilder and players who continually defy expectations. As Wilder goes for the Championship title on Saturday at Stoke City, Sportsmail assesses why Sheffield United are heading for the Premier League – and …

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