Swansea City’s match preview profiles Sheffield United ahead of their Championship meeting, outlining the Blades’ history, recent form and principal figures. It matters as context for Swansea supporters before a fixture against a club attempting to revive its season after a poor start.

Sheffield United won the Football League in 1899 and have lifted the FA Cup four times, but were beaten by Sunderland in last season’s play-off final. They lost nine of their first 10 matches this term before Chris Wilder returned as manager; however, three wins in eight ended hopes of a late play-off push. Defender Japhet Tanganga is captain, while the article highlights Wilder’s previous promotion successes with the club.