David McGoldrick played a significant role in Sheffield United's promotion to the top flight last season (Getty Images)
Sheffield United were comfortable 2-0 winners against Nottingham Forest on Friday night as the Blades were able to cruise through the challenge. Goals from Enda Stevens and Mark Duffy were enough to give Chris Wilder’s men a crucial win as Leeds United dropped more points.
With the opportunity to move into 2nd place, the Blades showed their quality in the encounter as the dispatched a 10-man Forest side with ease. They must now travel to Hull City as we head into the final weeks of the Championship campaign.
Centre-half John Egan has now served his 1-match suspension for the red card he received against Millwall. His return will be crucial to Chris Wilder’s side as they are currently dealing with the injury troubles being face by their star defender Chris Basham.
Jake Wright has returned to full training but his involvement from the start will be doubt when they travel to Hull. Billy Sharp’s hamstring problem has been a cause for real concern around Sheffield United and he is expected to miss this tie as well.
The Manchester United loanee has put in some decent displays between the sticks for the Blades this season.
The knock picked by Chris Basham is a blessing is disguise for Cranie who has been granted a first-team opportunity.
The defender has now served the 1-match ban he picked up a couple of games ago and is expected to start.
The former Blackburn Rovers man has done well in the heart of defence for the Blades and should keep his place.
The English right-back has been one of their most potent attacking outlets and he is expected to keep his place in the side.
The former Manchester United man is 27 now but has been a key part of the Blades’ midfield.
The Scottish midfielder is responsible for keeping the ball moving the middle of the park and should start on Monday.
The Irishman scored one of the Blades’ goals against Nottingham Forest and did well throughout the night.
It was his goal which made that the Blades collected all 3 points and kept the pressure up on Leeds United.
The injury to Billy Sharp has resulted in sustained regular football for Gary Madine, who is expected to start again.
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The Irishman hasn’t covered himself in glory over the season but will be looking to prove himself in Sharp’s absence.