Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has revealed that Jack Robinson and Vinicius Souza have resolved their on-field altercation and are now focused on their upcoming match against Arsenal. The incident occurred during the team’s 1-0 defeat to Wolves, with tensions running high after conceding a goal. Robinson and Vinicius squared up to each other, exchanging a few swipes before being separated by players from both teams. Referee Darren Bond consulted with the video assistant referee but decided not to book either player. In the aftermath of the match, Wilder dismissed the incident as a minor issue, stating that similar situations happen behind closed doors at every level of football.
Despite Sheffield United’s position at the bottom of the Premier League table, Wilder expressed his preference for facing world-class opposition like Arsenal rather than playing in the Championship. He emphasized the importance of producing a performance that represents themselves and the club, regardless of the opposition. Wilder acknowledged that they may be seen as underdogs by bookmakers and people in the game, but he believes that the outcome of the match is not determined solely by league positions.
Sheffield United will face Arsenal at Bramall Lane on Monday evening. Arsenal is currently in third place and on a six-game winning streak in the Premier League. Wilder stated that he wants his team to be competitive and get a positive result from the game. He emphasized the need for more performances that make the supporters proud, as they have not had enough of those this season.
Overall, Wilder’s focus is on moving forward from the altercation and directing all attention towards the crucial match against Arsenal. The Blades will aim to put up a strong fight against their formidable opponents and prove that they are capable of competing at this level.