Festive football fixtures: full list of Sheffield United games on TV over Christmas and New Year - and how to watch

Football-mad fans have a feast of fixtures to choose from on TV over the Christmas and New Year period.

Sadly, no Sheffield United supporters are allowed into Bramall Lane or stadia across the country but they’ll be able to sit back and watch Chris Wilder’s side’s battle to beat the drop from the comfort of the armchair.

So, let’s take a look at when the Blades are in action during a jam-packed festive schedule and, more importantly, how you can watch them.

Sunday, December 20

Brighton & Hove Albion v Sheffield United – Kick-off noon – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD

Saturday, December 26 (Boxing Day)

Sheffield United v Everton – Kick-off 8pm – BT Sport 2

Tuesday, December 29

Burnley v Sheffield United – Kick-off 6pm – Amazon Prime Video

Saturday, January 2

Crystal Palace v Sheffield United – Kick-off 3pm – Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier League/Sky Sports Ultra HD

How can I watch Premier League football on TV?

All games aired can be viewed directly on your TV screen at home.

Sky Sports continues to be the home of Premier League football with more than 140 games televised across its platforms throughout the 2020/21 season.

Fans can sign up to Sky’s Premier League and Football channels HERE, from £18 a month on a rolling month-to-month contract.

Alternatively, NOW TV offers fans the chance to enjoy the complete Sky Sports package without any lengthy contract. The service is streamed through an app found on most smart TVs and portable devices. It can also be accessed through a NOW TV stick.

One off fees of £9.99 for a day pass or £33.99 for a month pass can be bought HERE.

BT Sport also offers fans the chance to watch England’s elite with 58 games shown live during the 2020/21 season, typically including a Saturday lunchtime kick off.

Sign up to a BT Sport subscription HERE or a monthly BT Sport pass HERE for £25.

Amazon Prime Video is relatively new to the scene but is offering fans an extensive viewing option in the run up to New Year. Start your 30 day free trial HERE.

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