Sheffield United hosted Birmingham City at Bramall Lane on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in the opening match of the 2026–27 EFL Championship season. The Sheffield United vs Birmingham City fixture followed both teams’ opening-day EFL Cup wins.
Sheffield United had defeated Mansfield Town 3–0, while Birmingham City had edged Swansea City 1–0. The match was scheduled to kick off at 5:30 PM BST, with both sides looking to begin their league campaigns with three points.
Sheffield United vs Birmingham City Match Context
Sheffield United entered the season with several squad changes. The Blades brought in former England midfielder Kalvin Phillips on a season-long loan from Manchester City after the departure of key playmaker Gustavo Hamer.
Defender Matt Doherty had also joined the squad, adding experience to the team. Winger Tahith Chong was considered a doubt after suffering an early knock during the midweek cup victory.
Birmingham City arrived with a fully fit squad available for selection. The Blues strengthened during the summer with additions including Dael Fry, Jhon Solís, and Kristoffer Lund.
Team News and How to Watch
The Sheffield United vs Birmingham City clash was available in the United Kingdom on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football, with streaming on Sky Go and NOW.
In the United States, the match was available through the CBS Sports Golazo Network, Paramount+, and Fubo.
With both teams entering the Championship season after positive cup results, the Sheffield United vs Birmingham City matchup provided an early test of their ambitions for the new campaign.
Full-Time Update
AC Milan defeated Manchester United 4-2 in a high-scoring pre-season friendly after a dramatic second half produced five goals. United briefly regained the lead through Patrick Dorgu, but Milan responded with three unanswered goals from Alphadjo Cissè, Gonçalo Ramos and Ruben Loftus-Cheek to complete the comeback.
Key Match Moments
46′ Play Resumes and Substitutions: Both teams make multiple changes at the start of the second half, including Marcus Rashford returning to Manchester United action.
48′ Milan Attack: A misplaced United pass allows Milan to advance, but Luke Shaw’s sliding challenge forces a goal kick.
51′ Goal – Manchester United 2-1 AC Milan: Patrick Dorgu capitalizes on a defensive error, intercepts a loose ball and calmly finishes past the goalkeeper.
54′ Corner – Milan: Pervis Estupiñán wins a corner, but Harry Maguire clears the resulting delivery with a strong header.
57′ Goal – AC Milan 2-2 Manchester United: Alphadjo Cissè finishes a quick Milan attack to restore parity.
60′ Offside – Manchester United: Marcus Rashford is flagged offside after being played behind Milan’s defensive line.
63′ Tactical Substitutions: Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martínez enter for Manchester United as both managers continue rotating their squads.
65′ Yellow Card: A tactical foul in midfield stops a Milan counterattack and results in a booking.
68′ Goal – AC Milan 3-2 Manchester United: Gonçalo Ramos scores to give Milan their first lead of the match.
71′ Goal – AC Milan 4-2 Manchester United: Ruben Loftus-Cheek completes a strong individual run by beating two defenders before finding the net.
75′ Corner and Shot – Manchester United: Amad Diallo wins a corner, but Youri Tielemans’ effort from the edge of the box is blocked.
80′ Milan Defend Lead: Manchester United attempt to press from a short Milan goal kick, but the Italian side play out from the back.
85′ Final Substitutions: Milan make further changes, introducing academy players and fresh defenders as they protect their advantage.
90′ Full-Time: AC Milan complete a 4-2 victory over Manchester United after a second-half comeback.
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