Sheffield United: Oli Arblaster's brilliant message to fans after making debut for boyhood club

Oli Arblaster, the young Sheffield United midfielder, described Thursday as the best day of his life after he made his professional debut for his boyhood club in the Carabao Cup.

Published 12th Aug 2022, 18:34 BST

Updated 12th Aug 2022, 18:34 BST

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The highly-rated teenager was named in a midfield also containing experienced heads Ollie Norwood and John Fleck against the Baggies and looked comfortable against Championship opposition.

Although United lost the game 1-0, it was an evening Arblaster will never forget.

“Well what can I say, last night,” he wrote on Twitter.

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“A day I’ve dreamt about all my life.

“Sitting in the stands as a kid wanting to play for my boyhood club to ballboying watching the lads, to then making my debut for this am amazing club.

“Yesterday can only be described as the best day of my life!”

Oliver Arblaster of Sheffield United applauds the fans after making his debut at West Brom: Andrew Yates / Sportimage

Oliver Arblaster of Sheffield United applauds the fans after making his debut at West Brom: Andrew Yates / Sportimage

“Was definitely not the result we wanted,” Arblaster added, “but can’t wait to put on the shirt again in front of the fans. UTB!”

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