Why Sheffield United vs Chelsea isn’t on TV: Unusual 5:30 pm Sunday match time explained
Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea are set to travel to Bramall Lane on Sunday to face Sheffield United. The match is scheduled for an unusual Sunday kick-off after a request from Sheffield United was approved by Premier League bosses. The Blades, currently facing relegation troubles, are in dire need of points to stay clear of Championship status. Despite replacing their manager and having only 15 points with a dismal goal difference, they are determined to secure a win against Chelsea at home.
Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea is gaining momentum, as evident from their recent dramatic win against Manchester United. The match was initially set to start at 13:30 BST but was rescheduled to 17:30 BST, to accommodate adequate return travel for visiting supporters. Following the match against Sheffield United, Chelsea will be competing with Liverpool and hoping to secure a spot in the Europa League. Despite their challenging season, they are still in contention for a top-six finish in the Premier League and have an upcoming FA Cup semi-final.
The rescheduled kick-off time not only allows for returning supporters but also coincides with Tottenham hosting Nottingham Forest at 18:00 (BST) on Sunday. Tottenham is also in the race for a top-four finish and holds two games in hand on Aston Villa. However, their performance under Pochettino has been lackluster.
