3 shots & 1 key pass but Sheffield United ace deals in his favourite currency in West Brom win

Sheffield United had the ever-reliable Billy Sharp to thank for their 2-0 victory over West Brom last night, as the 36-year-old bagged a brace at Bramall Lane.  

Paul Heckingbottom was quick to pile praise on his striker’s all-round game post-match, outlining how much he demands of Sharp when it comes to setting the tone.

“I ask a lot from the forwards and expect a lot,” Heckingbottom explained.

“They have to work hard without the ball and, the moment they don’t, they won’t play because we want to be a team that has a lot of energy and wins the ball back in good areas.

“Flip that around, we also want to be a team that gets and creates good quality into the front players. Whether that’s with the first pass or the link play.

“Bill – and the rest of the forwards – appreciate that we ask a lot from them, but what comes from that is better chances for them.”

Paul Heckingbottom offers his reaction to #sufc man of the moment, Billy Sharp, following last night's win. @FootballLeagueW