Two former Sheffield United teammates, Anel Ahmedhodzic and Chris Basham, pay tribute to George Baldock, describing him as a great guy, the heartbeat of the dressing room, and an outstanding footballer and person. Jobi McAnuff praises Baldock for connecting with the fans and giving his all on the pitch. Fans are invited to pay their own tributes to Baldock.
In the midst of a tightly contested Championship promotion race, Leeds and Sheffield United face off in a Yorkshire derby. The top nine teams in the table are separated by just five points, with all of them vying for a spot in the Premier League. The game promises to be intense and top-tier despite both clubs’ recent absence from the top flight.
The match will begin with a sombre note as both teams observe a minute of silence in honor of George Baldock, the former Sheffield United player who tragically passed away at the age of 31. The game kicks off at 8pm (BST) at Elland Road, where fans can expect a competitive and emotional contest between two historic clubs.
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