Sheffield United 1 - 3 Tottenham Hotspur: Finished | 2021-01-17 | Premier League

Goalkeepers	G	GC	SAV
Aaron Ramsdale	0	3	2

Forwards	G	GA	S	FC	FW
David McGoldrick 59'	1	0	2	2	0
Oliver Burke 71'	0	0	1	1	0

Midfielders	GA	S	FC	FW
Jayden Bogle	0	1	0	0
Enda Stevens	0	0	1	0
John Lundstram	0	1	2	1
John Fleck	1	1	0	0
Oliver Norwood 67'	0	0	1	1

Defenders	S	FC	FW
Ethan Ampadu	1	3	0
John Egan	0	2	0
Chris Basham 74'	0	0	2

Substitutes	S	FC	FW
Kean Bryan 67'(Oliver Norwood)	0	0	0
Rhian Brewster 71'(Oliver Burke)	0	0	0
Billy Sharp 74'(Chris Basham)	1	1	0
George Baldock	0	0	0
Max Lowe	0	0	0
Phil Jagielka	0	0	0
Wes Foderingham	0	-	-

Goalkeepers	G	GC	SAV
Hugo Lloris	0	1	4

Forwards	G	GA	S	FC	FW
Harry Kane 40'	1	0	4	1	3
Son Heung-Min 92'	0	1	2	0	0
Steven Bergwijn 87'	0	1	2	1	4

Midfielders	G	GA	S	FW
Serge Aurier 5'	1	0	1	1
Tanguy Ndombele 62'	1	0	1	0
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg	0	1	0	1
Reguilón 94'	0	0	0	1

Defenders	FC	FW
Ben Davies	1	0
Eric Dier	1	2
Joe Rodon	0	1

Substitutes	FC	FW
Lucas Moura 87'(Steven Bergwijn)	0	0
Carlos Vinícius 92'(Son Heung-Min)	0	0
Davinson Sánchez 94'(Reguilón)	0	0
Gedson Fernandes	0	0
Erik Lamela	0	0
Toby Alderweireld	0	0
Moussa Sissoko	0	0
Gareth Bale	0	0
Joe Hart	-	-

90'+5'

Thank you for joining us today. Until next time, goodbye!

90'+5'

Both sides are in FA Cup action next weekend. Tottenham travel to Wycombe Wanderers, while United host Plymouth Argyle.

90'+5'

Tottenham go fourth in the Premier League after a comfortable win over bottom side Sheffield United. Goals from Serge Aurier, Harry Kane and Tanguy Ndombele sealed the deal for Spurs, while David McGoldrick's second-half header proved no more than a consolation for the Blades at Bramall Lane.

90'+5'

FULL-TIME: SHEFFIELD UNITED 1-3 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

90'+4'

Davinson Sanchez also comes on for Spurs, with Reguilon making way.

90'+2'

Carlos Vinicius replaces Son for the last few seconds.

90'+1'

Ampadu has his name taken after a rash challenge on Lucas.

89'

We are into the final 60 seconds of regulation time, with Spurs simply going through the motions as the clock ticks down.

87'

Lucas Moura enters the action for the final few moments here. Bergwijn is given a rest.

86'

Egan is booked for a late challenge on Kane. His fifth yellow card of the season rules him out of United's next game.

84'

As things stand, Tottenham are heading fourth in the Premier League table. More importantly, they will close the gap on leaders Manchester United and put themselves back among the chasing pack.

82'

Neat play by the Blades sees the ball teed up for Sharp to strike on the volley. However, it flashes well wide of the target.

80'

We are into the last 10 minutes at Bramall Lane. United enjoying possession, but it looks like it will be difficult to break down this Tottenham defence.

78'

Of course, Sharp is fresh from scoring his 100th league goal for United in the midweek win over Newcastle. Will he begin his second century of strikes in the latter stages here?

76'

The hosts are going for it with the introductions of Brewster and Sharp. Can they make a difference and help force a way back into this contest?

74'

United turn to the bench once more, with Basham making way for Billy Sharp.

73'

Brewster made a big impression with Swansea City during the second half of last season, scoring 11 times during his loan spell from Liverpool. However, he is still awaiting his first goal for the Blades.

71'

Another change for the hosts with Rhian Brewster replacing Burke.

69'

Fair to say it was a difficult day at the office for Norwood. The Tottenham central midfield pairing were quickly out to him every time he had possession, making it hard for him to dictate the pace of play, while he was robbed of the ball in dangerous areas on various occasions.

67'

United make their first change with Kean Bryan replacing Norwood.

66'

Can Spurs kick on and press home their advantage as we approach the final quarter of this game? They have quickly regained the initiative after a nervy start to the second period.

64'

Tottenham restore their two-goal cushion in emphatic fashion. That is a hammer blow for the Blades, who had made a bright start to the second half and were threatening to drag themselves level.

62'

Bergwijn demonstrated terrific awareness and execution of his lofted pass to find the run of Ndombele.

62'

WHAT A FINISH, NDOMBELE!!! 3-1! What a response from Spurs! Once again, United are robbed of possession in a dangerous area. Ndombele feeds Bergwijn before racing onto the Dutchman's return lofted ball, and lifting it over Ramsdale and into the far corner from a tight angle.

61'

Only their 10th goal in the Premier League this season, the Blades have given themselves a lifeline here. Can they use that goal as momentum?

59'

Fleck whipped in a magnificent cross that was begging to be attacked, and McGoldrick duly obliged.

59'

McGOLDRICK!!! 2-1! Hope for United! The Blades right back in this as McGoldrick gets in between two Spurs defenders to head home Fleck's delicious cross.

57'

At the other end, Lundstram whips in a powerful shot from the edge of the area. However, it flashes across the face of goal and Lloris watches it behind.

55'

Close! Spurs launch a counter after Norwood is robbed of possession. Bergwijn's cross is only cleared as far as Kane, who bends a left-footed shot just over the bar from the edge of the area.

52'

Another stat that will encourage the Blades is that no team has dropped more points when leading at half-time than Spurs in the Premier League this season. Mourinho's side have let 10 points slip from such positions.

50'

Lundstram has his name taken after a foul on Bergwijn, who was well-found by Lloris' long kick downfield.

45'+3'

United with a mountain to climb in this second half, especially when you consider they have only scored nine times in the Premier League all season. However, they have looked threatening in attack today, but must be more clinical if they are to get anything from this contest.

49'

Lovely passing from United in and around the Tottenham penalty area. The ball is eventually pulled back for Stevens to strike, but Spurs block once more.

45'+3'

Goals from Serge Aurier and Harry Kane have put Tottenham in command at Bramall Lane. Dangerous going forward and solid at the back, Spurs are certainly good value for their lead.

45'+3'

HALF-TIME: SHEFFIELD UNITED 0-2 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

47'

A good start to the second half from United. Stevens whips a vicious cross in from the left that is met by Bogle, but he is unable to keep his header down.

46'

Tottenham get the ball rolling once more in the second half.

45'+1'

We are into the first of two additional minutes at the end of this first half.

44'

United look to respond immediately and put pressure on Spurs. However, the visitors' defence continues to stand firm and snuff out their threats.

42'

That is strike number 12 for Kane in the Premier League this season. The England captain has now been directly involved in 23 goals in the English top-flight; more than any other player.

40'

After robbing Norwood of possession, Hojbjerg threaded the ball into Kane, who demonstrated his quality.

40'

KANE!!! 2-0 SPURS! Tottenham ruthlessly punish their opponents. Loose play from the Blades sees Norwood robbed of possession by Hojbjerg. The Dane then feeds the ball into Kane, who turns away from Basham before firmly slotting into the bottom corner from the edge of the area.

37'

History certainly suggests that United have a chance here. The Blades are unbeaten in their last seven meetings with Spurs at Bramall Lane.

35'

A good spell for United, who continue to threaten. Norwood finds McGoldrick on the edge of the box, but the defence stands firm to block his shot.

34'

A poor kick by Lloris invites pressure on Spurs. McGoldrick finds Burke, who has the beating of Dier down the left. He sends a cross into the penalty area, but none of his team-mates are there to connect.

31'

Ndombele is found by Davies on the edge of the area. Aurier is in plenty of space to his right, but the midfielder looks to thread the ball into the area instead. United subsequently deal with the danger.

29'

Burke, who has looked lively on the ball, gets a shot away from the edge of the box. But Lloris gets down well to hold onto his low drive.

27'

United know what it takes to beat Spurs, though. They were 3-1 winners when the sides met here in July, with goals from Sander Berge, Lys Mousset and Oli McBurnie.

25'

The Blades have lost 11 games by just a single goal this season. Fine margins, indeed, and they would be outside the relegation zone had those defeats instead been draws.

23'

Norwood takes one for the team as he clips the legs of Kane, who was racing away on the counter.

21'

The visitors have a throw in a dangerous position and Bergwijn is found by Davies. But the Dutchman takes a heavy touch and is unable to prevent the ball from going behind for a goal kick.

19'

In scoring that early goal, Spurs have now found the net 20 times in the first half of games this season; more than any other side in the Premier League.

17'

United will look to capitalise on their opponents' indifferent away form. They may be up against it, but there is still plenty of time for the Blades here.

15'

Tottenham in control of proceedings but they have endured struggles on the road in recent times. In fact, Mourinho's side came into this game without a win in their last four away from home - drawing three and losing once - while scoring just three times during that span.

13'

A well-timed Reguilon challenge launches a quickfire Spurs counter with Son leading the charge, and suddenly it is three versus three. The winger crosses looking for Kane in the six-yard box, but Ampadu does well to turn it behind for a corner.

11'

Good defending by Spurs. Basham climbs well to meet a corner and heads the ball back across goal, where McGoldrick is lurking. But the visitors are able to scramble it away.

10'

Better from the Blades. Hojbjerg is robbed of possession in midfield and McGoldrick releases Burke into the penalty area. However, Dier tracks his run and deflects the shot from a tight angle behind for a corner.

9'

Fair to say Tottenham have their tails up at the moment. It is still early days, but it already looks like a long way back for United.

5'

Another assist for Son, whose corner was begging to be attacked.

5'

AURIER!!! 1-0 TOTTENHAM! The visitors lead after just five minutes! Too easy for Spurs as Aurier climbs to meet Son's corner and head home at the near post.

4'

GOOD SAVE! Following neat play from Spurs around their opponents' penalty area, Bergwijn unleashes a vicious shot that Ramsdale does well to turn over the bar.

3'

The hosts must be on their game right from the start here. Spurs have scored eight goals in the opening 15 minutes of matches; more than any side in the Premier League this season.

1'

Referee Andre Marriner blows his whistle and United get the match underway.

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The teams are out and we are fast approaching kick-off...

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The Blades have lost just two of their last 11 top-flight games against Spurs, whose last victory at Bramall Lane was way back in 1975.

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Meanwhile, Jose Mourinho makes three alterations to the team that started Tottenham's draw with Fulham last time out. Steven Bergwijn returns on the right side of the three-man attack after missing the last two games with illness. There are also recalls for Wales internationals Joe Rodon and Ben Davies, while Moussa Sissoko drops to the bench. Carrying a hamstring problem, Giovani Lo Celso misses out.

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Just a single change to the United side that beat Newcastle for their first league win of the season in midweek. Enda Stevens comes in at left wing-back, while Ben Osborn and Lys Mousset miss out after picking up knocks. Chris Wilder is also without the likes of George Baldock and Oli McBurnie, as Sander Berge continues his recovery from a hamstring injury.

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SUBS: Joe Hart, Toby Alderweireld, Davinson Sanchez, Gareth Bale, Erik Lamela, Moussa Sissoko, Lucas Moura, Gedson Fernandes, Carlos Vinicius.

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TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR (3-4-3): Hugo Lloris (captain); Joe Rodon, Eric Dier, Ben Davies; Serge Aurier, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Tanguy Ndombele, Sergio Reguilon; Steven Bergwijn, Harry Kane, Heung-Min Son.

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SUBS: Wes Foderingham, George Baldock, Billy Sharp, Max Lowe, Phil Jagielka, Rhian Brewster, Kean Bryan.

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SHEFFIELD UNITED (3-5-2): Aaron Ramsdale; Chris Basham, John Egan (captain), Ethan Ampadu; Jayden Bogle, John Lundstram, Oliver Norwood, John Fleck, Enda Stevens; David McGoldrick, Oliver Burke.

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Six points adrift at the bottom of the table, United are desperate to close the gap on the teams above them. Whereas, a victory for sixth-place Spurs today could lift them as high as third.

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A very warm welcome to everyone joining us for live text coverage of today's Premier League match between Sheffield United and Tottenham Hotspur at Bramall Lane.

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