Rhian Brewster Strikes As Sheffield United Edge Steel City Derby Victory Over Sheffield Wednesday

Watch the highlights from the Steel City Derby as Rhian Brewster’s strike secured a vital 1-0 win for Sheffield United over Sheffield Wednesday.

Despite a nervy and tetchy affair that saw six yellow cards brandished, Sheffield United once again proved why they are the best away side in the division, grinding out a sixth consecutive victory on the road.

Meanwhile, Wednesday’s home struggles continued, with their poor form at Hillsborough leaving them with the second-worst home record in the league.

Danny Rohl’s side started strongly, and Michael Smith had a golden chance to put Wednesday ahead when he connected with Ryo Hatsuse’s cross, only for United goalkeeper Michael Cooper to pull off a brilliant save.

The game remained tense, with a heated moment erupting when Callum Paterson kicked the ball at Ben Brereton Diaz as he lay on the ground after a foul by Barry Bannan.

Sheffield United’s Tyrese Campbell was a persistent threat, narrowly missing an opportunity early on and later being denied by James Beadle’s quick reactions.

The breakthrough finally came when Campbell raced onto a Sydie Peck , breezed past Michael Ihiekwe, and delivered a cross that deflected into the path of Rhian Brewster, who slotted home his third goal of the season.

Wednesday had one final chance to salvage a draw when Marvin Johnson’s volley was parried into the path of substitute Svante Ingelsson. However, the Swede could only fire his effort over the bar, leaving the Owls frustrated.

WATCH: Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Sheffield United Highlights

Brewster’s second-half strike brings the Blades level on points with Championship leaders Leeds and completes their first league double over the Owls since the 2005/06 season.

The win at Hillsborough not only strengthens United’s promotion push but also dents Wednesday’s hopes of securing a play-off spot. The Owls now sit six points off the top six with eight games left to play.