Few Premier League fans will begrudge Sheffield United picking up their first win of the season at the 18th attempt, when they deservedly defeated Newcastle United 1-0 at Bramall Lane on Tuesday night.
What a relief it must have been for manager Chris Wilder in the post-match interview not have to explain away another defeat.
Admittedly the Blades were helped by a limp performance by Newcastle who were being outplayed even before they were reduced to 10 men just before half-time when Ryan Fraser was sent off after two ridiculous tackles.
It was only fitting that the crucial goal came from 34-year-old veteran Billy Sharp, scoring from the penalty spot to notch his 100th goal for the club.
Sharp lamented: “I wish there were fans in the stadium. That was for them.”
Sheffield United seem to have been one club particularly affected by the empty stadiums.
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