Sheffield United vs Tottenham – FA Cup: start time, team news and how to watch
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Tottenham travel to Sheffield United in the fifth round of the FA Cup, with the hosts looking to secure a big upset tonight.
The North London side defeated Preston North End in the last round of the competition, with Son Heung-min and Arnaut Danjuma scoring in a 3-0 win. Spurs come into the game after a 2-0 win against Chelsea, with Oliver Skipp and Harry Kane scoring for Tottenham.
Spurs will look to advance to the quarterfinals with a win against the Blades on Wednesday night, with the draw taking place immediately after the game.
As for Sheffield United, Paul Heckingbottom’s side defeated Watford in their last game and currently sit second in the Championship table, seven points above third-place Middlesbrough. After drawing against Wrexham in the last round, the Championship team won 3-1 in the replay, with Anel Ahmedhodzic, Billy Sharp and Sander Berge scoring for the Blades.
Sportsmail breaks down everything you need to know ahead of Sheffield United’s meeting with Tottenham, including kick-off time, TV channels and team news.
Tottenham advanced to the quarter-finals following their 3-0 win against Preston
Sheffield United defeated Wrexham of the National League 3-1 in the last round to advance
When is Sheffield United vs Tottenham?
The Blades will face the Spurs tonight and the game will start at 19:55.
The clash between the two teams will take place at Bramall Lane, with the Championship side looking to take home advantage.
Sheffield fans may not be optimistic heading into the matchup as the Blades have won once in their last five games against Spurs.
Their last win against the opposition on Wednesday came in 2020, with Sander Berge, Lys Mousset and Oli McBurnie scoring in a 3-1 win.
Son Heung-min and a Gareth Bale hat-trick gave Tottenham a 4-0 win in their last game back in 2021.
McBurnie has two goals in his last five games for the Blades, with the striker the club’s top scorer in all competitions this season with 12.
As for Tottenham, the Premier League side are hoping Kane can add to his 20 goals in all competitions against Sheffield United on Wednesday.
Oli McBurnie (left) and Harry Kane (right) are two players to watch out for when the two sides meet.
how to look
Tonight’s clash between Sheffield United and Tottenham will be broadcast live on BBC One.
The game between the two teams will also be broadcast on BBC iPlayer.
Highlights will be uploaded to the official BBC Sport YouTube channel after the match.
Wednesday’s clash between Tottenham and Sheffield United will take place at Bramall Lane
Tottenham comes into the game after a 2-0 win against Chelsea in the league.
Sheffield United earned a 3-1 victory in the FA Cup fourth round replay against Wrexham
team news
Heckingbottom’s side will be without Rhian Brewster and Billy Sharp due to injury, with McBurnie and Iliman Ndiaye expected to lead the line.
In midfield, John Fleck is ready to start alongside Berge and Oliver Norwood.
As for the Premier League squad, Tottenham have named the same starting eleven for their last two league games.
However, they are expected to make several changes for the clash, with Ivan Perisic and Pedro Porro serving as full-backs.
Pape Matar Sarr looks likely to start in midfield with the club out of options in that department following Rodrigo Bentancur’s injury. The player tore his ACL in Tottenham’s loss to Leicester City and will miss the rest of the season.
Richarlison and Son could appear behind Harry Kane, with Tottenham looking to have a good run in the cup this season.
After scoring twice in the last round, Son Heung-min will look to start against the Blades
What has been said?
Tottenham were knocked out at the same stage last season, when they lost 1-0 to Middlesbrough.
Stellini understands that tonight’s game will be a difficult test, but the Italian hopes the team can build on their momentum following back-to-back wins against West Ham and Chelsea.
We will choose the right team to play a great game and we can win also by making some changes. We completely trust all the players we have so that we can make changes and nothing has to change. Last season we knew full well that we were disappointed after the game at Middlesbrough. We are now at a time where players must take responsibility for following this momentum.
Stellini says Spurs will look to build on wins against West Ham and Chelsea
Paul Heckingbottom affirms that his team will give 100% in the clash with Spurs
‘Me too, Ryan Mason and all the staff, we are all working hard.
‘For sure it will be difficult, but we have the chance to play a good game and win the game with all the players.
Going into the clash with Spurs, Heckingbottom says his team will give 100 per cent against the Premier League giants.
‘It is a different challenge and one that we must enjoy and accept. Where is the pressure? There are none. We expect a Spurs team at its best. We are not putting any expectations on ourselves other than to give our best and 100 percent.’