How can I watch Sheffield United v Leeds United? Who is the ref? What are the latest odds? Early team news

When is the game? What time is kick-off?

Chris Wilder’s side welcome Marcelo Bielsa’s newly-promoted Leeds United to Bramall Lane on Sunday, September 27.

Kick-off is at noon.

Is Sheffield United v Leeds United TV? How can I follow it live?

Yes, Sheffield United v Leeds United is on TV.

The game will be broadcast on BT Sport via its BT Sport 1HD and Ultimate channels from 11.30am.

But don’t forget, The Star will also be running a comprehensive live blog with team news, live updates, reaction and analysis from James Shield - who will be one of a handful of people allowed access to the game at Bramall Lane.

Is there any injury news? Who is in the teams?

Sheffield United will be without central defender John Egan, who will be serving a one-match suspension following his controversial sending off in the 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa on Monday evening.

Other than the Irishman’s absence, Wilder is expected to have a near-full strength squad to choose from as he pits his wits against the mercurial Bielsa.

Of course, he will once again be missing striker Lys Mousset who is out after having surgery on a ‘rare injury’ to a ligament under his toe he suffered in pre-season.

Wilder handed a start to summer signing Oli Burke at Villa Park, with the Scottish international striker doing no harm to his chances of being named in the starting XI for the clash with Leeds. Fellow new boy Ethan Ampadu could be in line for a start in the heart of defence having impressed as a first half substitute against Villa following Egan’s dismissal.

As for Leeds, they’ll make the short trip down the M1 full of confidence following their 4-3 win over Fulham at Elland Road on Saturday and a spirited showing in defeat at Liverpool on the opening day of the season.

On the injury front, Bielsa will be hoping to have Pablo Hernandez available.

The Spanish midfielder missed the game against the Cottagers after suffering a groin injury in the warm-up, although Leeds’ Argentinian boss stressed afterwards that he didn’t believe it to be a ‘very serious’ injury.

Back-up goalkeeper Kiko Casilla is nursing an ankle knock picked up in the Carabao Cup defeat to Hull City and an update on his condition is expected later this week.

Who is the referee?

Paul Tierney will referee the game, with Ian Hussin and Harry Lennard his assistants.

Jarred Gillett is the fourth official, while Mike Dean will be on VAR duty.

What are the odds?

Sky Bet is offering the following odds on the game:

Sheffield United - 17/10

Draw – 23/10

Leeds United - 8/5

Are any tickets available?

No. All Premier League games are currently being played behind closed doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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