Sheffield United are the new leaders of the Championship after 1-0 win over Hull City at Bramall Lane on Saturday afternoon.

The Blades maintained their magnificent home record and have lost just the once at Bramall Lane this season, as David McGoldrick's late penalty sealed United's third win in as many games.

Chris Wilder's men now sit at the top of the league standings after twelve league outings, and have won more games than any other team in the division.

It was a professional and convincing performance from the Blades - Nigel Adkins' men never really looked a threat, upon his return to the club following his sacking over three years ago.

With the Blades looking down on the rest of the Championship, here, we take a look at three things we learnt about Sheffield United after yet another victory at the weekend.

After signing on a free transfer from Ipswich Town in the summer, McGoldrick is proving to be one of the best signings in the league.

The 30-year old's second-half penalty was his fifth goal of the season, and after paying nothing for him in the summer, the move is proving to be the shrewdest piece of business in the Championship.

After making his return to first-team action last weekend after eleven months out with a leg injury, Coutts made his return to Bramall Lane at the weekend, coming on as a substitute for Mark Duffy in the 66th minute.

Once again, Coutts looked like a new signing for the Blades and looked lively for the second game in a row - his return could be the boost United need to maintain their position at the top of the league.

Wilder’s men have won more games than anyone else in the Championship, have lost only once at home and boast a good defensive record.

You have to say that they really do look like a real deal for promotion.