Sheffield United will face Hull City in a friendly during the extended international break, giving the Blades a competitive run-out while domestic football is paused. The fixture is intended to help maintain fitness and sharpness, particularly for players who remain with their clubs, while providing a useful test against fellow Yorkshire opposition.

Hull are expected to lose 13 players to international duty, with up to 15 receiving call-ups, making squad management difficult during the three-week gap between league matches. The game is scheduled for 1 October at the MKM Stadium, offering both clubs the chance to give minutes to fringe players and assess their squads, although Hull will hope their internationals return safely.