Chesterfield will take on Sheffield United in a friendly match at the Technique Stadium on Saturday. Chesterfield have had a successful pre-season so far, with two wins and one draw in their three matches. The Blades, on the other hand, will be playing their first game since their promotion to the Premier League.
Chesterfield had an eventful campaign in the National League playoffs, finishing third and making it to the semi-finals. However, they were unable to secure promotion after losing in the final. They started their pre-season with a 9-0 win against Matlock Town and followed it up with a 5-1 victory over Alfreton Town. However, they were defeated 2-1 by Sheffield Wednesday in their last friendly match.
Sheffield United finished second in the Championship last season, earning promotion back to the Premier League. They also reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup. The Blades will be facing Estoril, Rotherham United, Girona, Derby County, and Stuttgart in their pre-season preparations, before they play Crystal Palace in their opening Premier League game.
Although there is a four-division gap between Chesterfield and Sheffield United, the two teams have faced each other before, with the Blades winning 3-2 in their last meeting in the 2016-17 League One season.
In terms of team news, Chesterfield’s new signings Tom Naylor and Will Grigg are expected to start. The team has also said goodbye to several players, including Michael Gyasi, who joined Boston United. Sheffield United fans are eagerly waiting for their team to make their first signing of the summer, but Tunisian midfielder Anis Slimane is rumored to be close to joining the club.
Key players for Sheffield United, such as Billy Sharp, Enda Stevens, and Jack O’Connell, have left the club. The availability of several players who were involved in international fixtures is uncertain.
In terms of a prediction, it is expected to be a close game. Chesterfield has shown their attacking prowess in pre-season, but Sheffield United‘s quality should see them through to a narrow victory.
Overall, the friendly between Chesterfield and Sheffield United promises to be an exciting match, with both teams looking to prepare themselves for the upcoming season.
