'We can beat anyone' - Callum O'Hare issues defiant Sheffield United message after Ipswich Town win
Callum O’Hare opened the scoring in Sheffield United’s 3-1 win over Ipswich Town at Bramall Lane on Saturday.
Attacking-midfielder Callum O’Hare believes Sheffield United sent out a statement of intent with their 3-1 win over Ipswich Town at Bramall Lane on Saturday afternoon.
Following back-to-back 1-0 away defeats on the road at the hands of Charlton Athletic and Southampton respectively, the Blades got back to winning ways with an impressive performance and victory against an Ipswich side that had won five games on the bounce prior to arriving in South Yorkshire.
The Blades got the job done via goals either side of half-time from O’Hare, Andre Brooks and Patrick Bamford, who was later sent off for a second bookable offence. Jack Clarke had pulled a goal back for Ipswich on the hour mark, making it 2-1.
The win over Kieran McKenna’s side meant United cut the gap on the final play-off place back down to nine points. If United are to continue reducing the gap, they are going to have to continue relying on their form at Bramall Lane, with the victory over Ipswich marking a fifth win in their last six games on home soil in the Championship.
O’Hare told United’s YouTube channel: “It is a massive win. Obviously, Ipswich are a top team, but we are not scared of anyone.
“We know that if we play well, especially at home, we can beat anyone. We went out there, started how we did and I think a lot of teams will feel that.
“Even one of the better teams in the division have felt that, so, yes, we have got to keep doing that.”
O’Hare delighted with Ipswich triumph
O’Hare opened the scoring against the Tractor Boys, latching onto an excellent pass by Gustavo Hamer, who sent him scampering clear before lifting the ball over the onrushing Ipswich goalkeeper Christian Walton.
“I love playing with Gus; he is a top, top player, “O’Hare continued. “I think everyone loves playing with Gus.”
O’Hare’s opener marked his eighth Championship goal of the campaign, meaning he has now been directly involved in 13 goals (goals and assists) in the league this season. Although the former Coventry City man was pleased to add another goal to his collection, he made it crystal clear how much more important it is for the team to be picking up maximum points.
“Yes, I am happy, but like I have just said, it’s just all about winning, really,” added the Blades ace. “As long as we are winning, everyone’s happy - and that’s the main thing.”