"Wilder condemns 'disgraceful' fans for 'joke' criticism in scathing rebuke of negative feedback."

Wilder blasts 'shocking' fans for 'mocking' criticism Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Sheffield United midfielder Sydie Peck looked puzzled by the reaction of some of the fans after Saturday's defeat at Oxford Ian Woodcock BBC Sport Yorkshire Published 7 April 2025 Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has slammed the abuse his team received from fans after a surprise 1-0 loss at Oxford United as "shocking". The Blades, who were chasing promotion, would have broken a club record with seven consecutive away wins and reclaimed the top spot in the Championship with a victory. "I think it's absolutely shocking what was said to the players who have given everything this season," Wilder told BBC Radio Sheffield. "We're facing it head on - it's a joke, it's unacceptable." Wilder admitted his team was not at their best in Oxford but believes the players deserved more respect after coming so close to making club history. "If that's how you feel about the players, then don't cheer on the good days, be consistent," he said. "I appreciate all the support we've had, but we need it now more than ever to lift the players for Tuesday's game." Tag: sheffield united, championship, football, criticism, fans