sheffield united vs bristol city

 Sheffield United delivered a commanding performance to defeat Bristol City 3–0 in the second leg of their Championship play-off semi-final, securing a record-breaking 6–0 aggregate victory and advancing to the final at Wembley on 24 May.

Match Overview

The Blades entered the second leg with a 3–0 advantage from the first leg at Ashton Gate. In the second leg at Bramall Lane, Kieffer Moore opened the scoring with a header from a corner in the 41st minute. Gustavo Hamer doubled the lead in the 52nd minute with a deflected long-range shot. Substitute Callum O’Hare sealed the victory with a goal in the 83rd minute  5

Historical Significance

This 6–0 aggregate win is the largest margin in Championship play-off semi-final history, surpassing previous records and highlighting Sheffield United's dominance . The Blades, who finished third in the regular season, are now one win away from returning to the Premier League after their relegation in the 2023–24 season .

Tribute to George Baldock

The match was also marked by an emotional tribute to former Sheffield United player George Baldock, who tragically passed away in October 2024. Fans honored him with chants of "Starman" and a large Tifo displaying his image and the phrase "Once a Blade, always a Blade." Players carried a Greek flag inscribed with "Star Man" and Baldock's number 2, commemorating his contributions to the club .

Looking Ahead

Sheffield United will face either Sunderland or Coventry City in the play-off final at Wembley on 24 May. Sunderland currently leads their semi-final tie 2–1 . The Blades aim to overcome their historical challenges in play-off finals and secure promotion back to the Premier League

For a visual recap of the match, you can watch the extended highlights here:YouTube