Wolves should start hardly-seen player vs Sheffield United, he can tear his expected opponent to shreds
Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to take on Sheffield United on Sunday as they look to return to winning ways in the Championship after a recent run of poor results.
It is a crucial game for Cesar Peixoto after the club fell out of the play-off positions following one point from their last two matches.
As a result, the pressure is already building on the manager, and a victory will be expected by a big chunk of the fanbase.
However, the Blades will be no pushovers and have recently leapfrogged Wolves after winning two of their last three games.
After the Old Gold side’s 2-2 draw against Birmingham City last weekend, changes will be expected, and Peixoto should give Jordan James his first start for the club.
The 22-year-old midfielder has an excellent record against Sheffield United and could prove to be the catalyst behind a victory.
Jordan James was a menace against Sheffield United last season
Despite a positive start to life at Wolves, James is yet to start a single game for his new club.
However, on Sunday, the midfielder will surely land a spot in the starting XI given his recent record against the Blades.
In both of Leicester City’s meetings against Sheffield United last season, James scored and was one of the best players on the pitch.
This was despite the Foxes losing both ties as they went on to be relegated that campaign.
Nevertheless, the Wales international clearly knows how to cause problems against the Blades, and that is exactly why he must start.
By adding in a player of his quality, Wolves could ensure the victory and return to winning ways in the Championship ahead of the Black Country derby next weekend.
What is Wolves’ record against Sheffield United?
Wolves have a great recent record against Sheffield United.
Overall, the Old Gold side has won four of their last five meetings against the Blades.
In this time, they have also only conceded two goals, while scoring eight times themselves.
However, it remains to be seen if they can continue this trend on Sunday as they aim to get themselves back into the playoffs as they search for an immediate promotion back to the Premier League.