But with Prime Minister Boris Johnson announcing yesterday that up to 10,000 fans will be allowed back into stadia from May 17 as part of his ‘roadmap’ to ease England out of lockdown, it means Unitedites could get the chance to see their side play in their final game of the season against Burnley at Bramall Lane on May 23.
Here, as a reminder of better days and to give you something to look forward to, are pictures from our archive of Blades supporters watching the red and white wizards in action before lockdown last year.
Click through our gallery to see if you can spot anyone you know – or maybe even yourself.
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1. Blades fans before lockdown
Unitedites at Selhurst Park for the game against Crystal Palace in February 2020. Photo: Paul Terry
2. Blades fans before lockdown
United fans in high spirits at Selhurst Park during their side's game against Crystal Palace last February. Photo: Paul Terry
3. Blades fans before lockdown
United fans before the FA Cup fifth round tie at Reading in March 2020. Photo: Simon Bellis
4. Blades fans before lockdown
Blades supporters before the game with West Ham United at Bramall Lane in January 2020. Photo: Simon Bellis