Paul Heckingbottom

Sheffield United’s dismal start to the Premier League season worsens after a 5-0 defeat by Arsenal, setting a new record with just one point and a -22 goal difference from 10 games.

Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom’s candid comments after a 5-0 drubbing by Arsenal reveal not just a loss on the field but a defeat in strategy, underscoring Arsenal’s statistical dominance in a match that left little to question.

Arsenal demolish Sheffield United 5-0 in a stunning display of attacking football. Eddie Nketiah shines with a hat-trick while Fabio Vieira and Takehiro Tomiyasu also score.

Sheffield United’s manager, Paul Heckingbottom, could face dismissal if the team loses against Arsenal this weekend. Former boss Chris Wilder is a likely replacement.

Sheffield United could be without 10 players through injury when they face Arsenal on Saturday, but George Baldock may yet be fit in time.

Sheffield United are keen on Arsenal’s Daniel Ballard who will be sold this summer if the right offer arrives.

Sheffield United interim manager Paul Heckingbottom has responded to the rumours of an Arsenal bid for their midfielder Sander Berge.