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Wilder Sent Off After Kicking Ball Into Crowd as Southampton Beat Sheffield United 2-1

The red card came in Chris Wilder’s third game back in charge, intensifying scrutiny during a turbulent spell for Sheffield United.

Overview

  • The incident happened at half-time at Bramall Lane when Wilder struck a loose ball that hit a home supporter, prompting an immediate apology.
  • The referee showed Wilder a red card when he returned to the field after the interval, with no reported update on any further disciplinary action.
  • Sheffield United had led 1-0 through Tyrese Campbell, and Southampton missed a first-half penalty when Adam Armstrong fired over.
  • Ross Stewart scored twice early in the second half to overturn the deficit and secure the win for the visitors.
  • This was Wilder’s third match since returning following Rubén Sellés’ sacking, with United starting the night bottom of the Championship.