Sheffield United will welcome Birmingham City to Bramall Lane this afternoon on the back of a stunning game with Fulham in midweek.

The Blades ran out 5-4 losers to the Cottagers, but once again impressed onlooking pundits and fans with their fearless play and continued attacking intent, even at 5-2 down on home soild.

However, manager Chris Wilder has said he does not expect an easy ride this weekend agains the Blues, despite Steve Cotterill's men being bang out of form, and insisted that he hoped the Blues 'don't click this weekend'.

Speaking to United's offiicial website before the game, Wilder made reference to Birmingham spending 'a hell of a lot of money' and pointed out how Cotterill's men ground out a win against Nottingham Forest recently.

Following the thriller with Fulham, Wilder is keen for the Blades to get back on the pitch, adding further, "The next game can't come quick enough for us, it will be a lively game under the lights and I would expect another push from our supporters to try and get a positive result."

The Blades dropped down to third with the loss in midweek behind Cardiff City, but will be hoping to use the chance to impress live on Sky again to pick up another vital three points in the race for promotion.

Blades fans, what do you make of Wilder's comments? Will you beat Birmingham? Let us know!

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