Pre-Season 2025/26 York City v. Sheffield United - 15th July 2025

[jt64]

Only watched the goals but Hamer looking a lot fitter.

Imagine if that was a feature of the lilac kits

 

[Northyorksblade]

anyone know why Sydie isn’t included tonight?

Don't know but apparently he's playing in the next game.

 

[Alex Cheeseright]

Only watched the goals but Hamer looking a lot fitter.

I've noticed that. He also has a spring in his step. I think he's gonna like being the playmaker in the middle of the park.
P.s. he's staying with us .....until daft money comes in.......he's staying with us

 

[Northyorksblade]

Thanks.

Has Ryan Oné got even bigger over the summer? He's a big lad at just turned 19.

I said to the guy sitting next to me, every time I see him, he looks bigger.

 

[PaddysMad]

 

[Back post bob]

I was there tonight and don't want to disagree with people's comments on players performance if was a good run out.
But let's be fair it was York City

 

[bakeblade]

If someone offered money, I think I would take it.

He is clearly real class, but does just feel like he won't stay fit.

It does sound like he's injured though...

Davies and Shackleton injured in training and out for 4 to 6 weeks. And so it starts again with these two, will they ever be fit.

 

[Shawy24]

Davies and Shackleton injured in training and out for 4 to 6 weeks. And so it starts again with these two, will they ever be fit.

Bloody Vegans. Made of glass noodles. Get him shipped off to Forest Green Rovers.

 

[KMC-1889]

I take it you’re ignoring the part where he stepped into midfield, misjudged the flight of the ball, got turned, dragged his man down, and in a league game would probably have got a yellow card??

To be fair to him that does sound like Ahmedhodzic.

 

[Shawy24]

I was there tonight and don't want to disagree with people's comments on players performance if was a good run out.
But let's be fair it was York City

But did we take 3,000? That’s the real issue.

 

[Foxy]

But did we take 3,000? That’s the real issue.

Does anyone know if any other clubs have played a preseason friendly anywhere near York, perhaps with some form of video of the pre-match crowds?

 

[Champagneblade]

One, Marsh, Campbell, Hamer the pick for me.

Think we’ll need a Souza replacement in centre midfield as the high press will expose that area.

Great to see everyone bought into Ruby Selles football which is encouraging.

Instinct tells me we need the Board to pony up and bring in 2-3 real quality players, one at DMC and two wingers.

UTB

I reckon we line up with Peck deeper and O’Hare and Hamer as 8s. When fit, Davies becomes a quality sub to give Gus a breather and Arblaster rotates with Peck and O’Hare to manage games. We just perhaps need one more reliable midfielder. I’m not depending on Shackleton at all. Suppose it’s also a question of whether Marsh and Caceres can grab a spot. If we got a player like Choudhury who could play RB, CB and DM that would be ideal.

Could be Brooks and Barry out wide and Oné as an option cutting in. Then again depends if Ukaki can make an impact. Not sure I really see Cannon as a left side option. Probably he’ll rotate with Moore and Campbell.

 

[ITALIANO BLADE]

yipeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee we blades won 2.6,it was chaos play aggressive press press press shackles off direct pace win.well done it wasnt boring

 

[Frank the tank]

I take it you’re ignoring the part where he stepped into midfield, misjudged the flight of the ball, got turned, dragged his man down, and in a league game would probably have got a yellow card??

He also got easily ran off for a chance right on the edge of the box

 

[Bell4]

Davies and Shackleton injured in training and out for 4 to 6 weeks. And so it starts again with these two, will they ever be fit.

What a pair of glass backs - FFS

 

[Bell4]

I reckon we line up with Peck deeper and O’Hare and Hamer as 8s. When fit, Davies becomes a quality sub to give Gus a breather and Arblaster rotates with Peck and O’Hare to manage games. We just perhaps need one more reliable midfielder. I’m not depending on Shackleton at all. Suppose it’s also a question of whether Marsh and Caceres can grab a spot. If we got a player like Choudhury who could play RB, CB and DM that would be ideal.

Could be Brooks and Barry out wide and Oné as an option cutting in. Then again depends if Ukaki can make an impact. Not sure I really see Cannon as a left side option. Probably he’ll rotate with Moore and Campbell.

How , in any in any universe can we in any way rely on Davies ????????

What a waste of a wage

 

[Kev Gee]

For those that watched - How did Jefferson do?

 

[Bookers Mullet]

For those that watched - How did Jefferson do?

Pretty anonymous, didn't drop any clangers but didn't really add anything. Looked like he may have been played out of position

 

[Igor]

Buona giornata, Koppo

 

[Lane Ender]

I deposited 10 made a ten pound bet and cash it for 76 pounds so far second half I need one more goal and one more corner

 

[JOEYDEE]

But did we take 3,000? That’s the real issue.

Only one turnstile open,I never got in at all !
Over 3000 locked out....oops sorry,wrong forum

 

[S64 Blade]

I was there tonight and don't want to disagree with people's comments on players performance if was a good run out.
But let's be fair it was York City

I agree that you can’t read into it too much. But, I would say that we played them last pre-season and it was pony.

 

[Shawy24]

Pretty anonymous, didn't drop any clangers but didn't really add anything. Looked like he may have been played out of position

Pretty worrying is that. Danny Hall says same and Phil the beer watched him all last season and delivers a “meh” verdict. The first product of our AI generated recruitment process not filling me with confidence. The other one, Numbchuck, just seems to have vanished. Anyone know what’s wrong with him?

 

[Bookers Mullet]

Pretty worrying is that. Danny Hall says same and Phil the beer watched him all last season and delivers a “meh” verdict. The first product of our AI generated recruitment process not filling me with confidence. The other one, Numbchuck, just seems to have vanished. Anyone know what’s wrong with him?

I think we are going to have accept that the majority of these signings will be busts (although early to fully to right these off) hopefully we've not paid a lot of money for them and we can we recoup most of it. However we only need a small hit rate, as if we do find a diamond in the rough their contribution to the team and potential transfer fee will make the project worthwhile.

Also I imagine the more we use the tool, hopefully the parameters will be refined, and able to cover more areas, leading to more success

 

[Blademan89]

Pretty worrying is that. Danny Hall says same and Phil the beer watched him all last season and delivers a “meh” verdict. The first product of our AI generated recruitment process not filling me with confidence. The other one, Numbchuck, just seems to have vanished. Anyone know what’s wrong with him?

No but to balance it out the new lad looked a little livelier and got an assist. Looked to get in behind and seems more developed.

 

[Ecco1889]

Thoroughly enjoyable trip up to York for the first pre-season friendly.
Bit of traffic congestion on the A64, £5 in the park and ride,and away we go.
Blades in their new purple/mauve/lilac?3rd kit start the new Sellés era-and compared to the dour,same fixture last season,it was bloody great.
United immediately on the front foot,Femi hit the post before Anel nets the first on 21 mins
(The York announcer bottled try to pronounce Ahmedhodzic by saying it was Jack Robinson )
Couple of mins later it was 2-0 and a smart finish from Brooksy.
Some great play from the blades,the York keeper kept the score respectable with some smart saves,but it was 3-0 before half time and a well-worked goal from Ty.
The heavy rain and then sunshine produced a rainbow over the stadium,cue the announcer sticking on Shed sevens finest anthem





Eleven changes at half-time,but it was soon 4-0 and a quality finish from Ryan One.
On 60 minutes a textbook free-kick from Gus and an outstanding save tipping it on to the bar.
Two goals in four minutes made the score more respectable for the hosts before a lovely cross from Burrows was finished with a header from Moore.
On 77’ a very well observed minutes applause for former York and Blades keeper Graeme Crawford,including the players and referee,which was nice.
One looked like he had picked up an injury before he got another goal on 83 minutes to make the final score 6-2.
Was impressed with One,his finishing reminded me of Osula last season in the same fixture,and we know how that ended up.
Very good entertainment for the 1420 travelling Blades,and a promising start for Ruben and his staff.
Got drenched walking back to the car,and saw the update that looks like Louie Barry will be joining us next week.
Lovely stuff

 

[Darlington82]

Went and enjoyed last night, I thought all our senior player looked good, with One and Marsh making a step up from last year, both looked stronger.


On the new players disappointed, none stood out, got involved. Hard to make a judgement on Bindon as was at the far side of the pitch and I was low down in the stand. In the 2nd half the right hand side of the pitch was invisible until Curtis came on at RB and lead to the only good move down the right ending in the last goal.

Stand out players were their two keepers. Some amazing saves, especially the double one in the first half.

Overall feeling positive, looks like one up front for the season, nice to see us trying to find the best role for Cannon, even if it did not work last night.

Main worry is not knowing what our midfield will be. Davies injuries, Peck please don't go, you will bench warmer somewhere else, continue your development here, Blaster how long before fit?

We must not get over excited as Yorks are a small side 4 divisions below, though did look good on the ball.

Looking forward to the first match proper.

 

[Keen Blade]

I was really pleased for RND tonight looked like he was getting back to his previous levels. I’m not hanging my hat on him but to say he has 2 years left on his contract and we might actually get some use out of him as a squad player was pleasently surprising. Wouldn’t surprise me if Anel, Robbo , Bindon and RND are our CB’s this season.

It might not surprise you but it would kill any chance of success.
We are short of an experienced CB who is a commanding defensive leader , a Souttar type.
None of those 4 is anything like up to the job and if Selles can't see that he's heading for a disaster.
Even after finally getting a replacement for Souttar - perhaps 9 months too late , I would still like another CB.
Robbo & RND should be shipped out yesterday.
It is only the Wilder effect which allowed Robbo to remain - disgusting manipulation of the situation , waiting till the end of the January window to bring in an unfit Holding and then choosing not to play him when he finally did get fit.

 

[Ecco1889]

Went and enjoyed last night, I thought all our senior player looked good, with One and Marsh making a step up from last year, both looked stronger.


On the new players disappointed, none stood out, got involved. Hard to make a judgement on Bindon as was at the far side of the pitch and I was low down in the stand. In the 2nd half the right hand side of the pitch was invisible until Curtis came on at RB and lead to the only good move down the right ending in the last goal.

Stand out players were their two keepers. Some amazing saves, especially the double one in the first half.

Overall feeling positive, looks like one up front for the season, nice to see us trying to find the best role for Cannon, even if it did not work last night.

Main worry is not knowing what our midfield will be. Davies injuries, Peck please don't go, you will bench warmer somewhere else, continue your development here, Blaster how long before fit?

We must not get over excited as Yorks are a small side 4 divisions below, though did look good on the ball.

Looking forward to the first match proper.

“feeling positive”… spot on pal.
After Wembley,it’s good to feel that way after this match

 

[luffenhamblade]

“feeling positive”… spot on pal.
After Wembley,it’s good to feel that way after this match

Felt like that after the Brizzle City match and they are much higher up the footballing tree. Didn’t end well that one