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Sheffield United team news: Igor in contention

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Brazilian could make return to action on Saturday.

By Charlie Hanson • 26 January 2024

By Paul Hazlewood
Igor Julio hasn't featured for Albion since the 4-2 win over Tottenham last month.

Albion take on Sheffield United in the Emirates FA Cup fourth round on Saturday, kick-off 3pm.

How to follow the game

Saturday’s game at Bramall Lane can be followed on our match centre, or on our social media channels. It is not being broadcast live in the UK.

Team news

At his pre-match press conference on Friday, Roberto De Zerbi confirmed that defender Igor is back in contention after returning from injury. 

"Ansu Fati isn’t ready yet but Igor is better and he can be in the squad.

"When Ansu comes back I expect from him more energy, to finish the season in the best way he can. I think he has the right motivation. He has the responsibility to show his qualities, to play well, score goals and be important for us.

"Tariq [Lamptey] is not ready to start yet. He has to reach the best physical condition which has not been easy as he has not played for three months. Against Wolves he played 20 minutes but it was clear he didn’t feel in the best condition, but that is normal. To reach that he has to spend time on the pitch.

"Mo Dahoud is working better. But Baleba, Milner, Pascal Gross and Billy Gilmour are playing very well. For now, I prefer the other four midfielders. I am always open to changing my opinion and then it is not a problem to change."

Our last meeting

Albion were 1-0 up and were in control against the Blades in our Premier League match at the Amex in November. But after Mo Dahoud was sent off United found an equaliser.

Cup run so far

17:10

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FA Cup Highlights: Stoke 2 Brighton 4

Albion fans who made the trip to Stoke earlier this month were rewarded for braving the cold weather. Roberto De Zerbi's team enjoyed a thoroughly entertaining 4-2 win over the Potters, as Pervis Estupinan, Lewis Dunk and Joao Pedro (2) got on the scoresheet.

The Blades on the other hand cruised to a 4-0 victory over Gillingham at Priestfield with William Osula and James McAtee both scoring twice.

Match officials

Referee: Sunny Singh Gill

Assistant referees: Lee Betts & Akil Howson

Fourth official: James Linnington

VAR: Darren Bond