There were five debutants in the Blades’ line-up and here's how they got on,a long with the rest of the team that featured 10 changes to the side that lost to Wolves on Monday.
Thank you for reading this article, one of dozens we publish every single day to provide you with the best, most up-to-date and most informative coverage of YOUR club. This depth of coverage costs, so to help us maintain the high-quality reporting that you are used to from the football team at The Star, please consider taking out a subscription to our new discounted sports-only package. You'll find all the details at thestar.co.uk/subscriptions/sports.
Your support is much appreciated.
Chris Holt, Football Editor
1. Wes Foderingham - 6
Breathed a sigh of relief when he brought down Vydra in the area, but the flag was already up for offside. Made a good save to touch Brady's shot onto the post Photo: Pool
2. Jayden Bogle - 7
Made an impressive start to life as a Blade. Was strong and committed in the tackle, and also looked to get forward as often as he could. Made way for Basham late in the game Photo: Simon Bellis
3. Ethan Ampadu - 7
Another composed debutant for the Blades, even if he did pick up a yellow card for fouling Vydra in front of the dug-outs. Later moved to wing-back after Bogle went off Photo: Darren Staples
4. Phil Jagielka - 6
Given a tough time by Vydra at times and resorted to bringing him down just outside the box on one occasion, taking a yellow card in the process. Good challenge on the striker in injury time, though Photo: PETER POWELL