Sheffield United vs Burnley LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years.
Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight.
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Sheffield United vs Burnley
There will be two minutes of additional time. Burnley manager Kompany will be delighted with the way his side were able to navigate a difficult period before scoring two goals against the run of play to gain complete control.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
There was a really good atmosphere around Bramall Lane when the Blades were dominating, but two quick goals from Burnley have silenced the home fans. It came out of nowhere for the Clarets, but they will feel they deserve some luck after the previous couple of matches.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
Burnley have avoided defeat in their last eight matches when scoring the opening goal in the Premier League dating back to November 25, 2023 against West Ham (losing 2-1). A long way back for the Blades now.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
More good combination play from the Blades, with Brereton coming inside from the left before rolling a pass into Hamer. The midfielder turns in possession before driving to the edge of the box, but his low effort goes straight at Muric.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
Hamer plays a clever one-two from a corner on the left before curling a right-footed cross into the box, but it is too close to Muric, who claims it well.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
OVER! Assignon makes a mess of a clearance and gifts the ball to McAtee, who chips the ball over to McBurnie. He holds onto it well, playing a one-two with Hamer before driving his shot over the bar from the right side of the box.
Sheffield United vs Burnley
The Blades continue to put the pressure on after O'Shea heads Osborn's low cross from the left behind. Hamer whips his inswinging corner towards the back post, but Foster gets there ahead of McBurnie to head it away.
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