Derby Day Shock: Chris Wilder Loses His Cool Over Premier League Fiasco

Sheffield Wednesday and Sheffield United are set to clash in the highly-anticipated Steel City derby, but Blades boss Chris Wilder has responded to speculation surrounding the match.

Wilder has dismissed the theory that Sheffield Wednesday are attempting to sabotage Sheffield United's chances of promotion to the Premier League. The Blades are currently in the top six of the Championship table and are eyeing a spot in the top flight for the first time since 2007.

Rumors had been circulating that Sheffield Wednesday were under pressure to damage their rivals' chances of promotion, but Wilder has firmly denied these claims.

Speaking ahead of the match, Wilder said that he understands the intensity of the derby and the rivalry between the two teams, but he does not believe that Sheffield Wednesday would engage in unprofessional tactics to damage Sheffield United's chances.

'I don't think there's any substance to the rumor,' Wilder said in a press conference. 'Sheffield Wednesday are a great club, and I have a lot of respect for their fans and their manager.'

Wilder also acknowledged that the Steel City derby was a special match, and that Sheffield United would need to be at their best to secure the three points. He believes that his team has the necessary depth and experience to triumph over their local rivals.

'The Steel City derby is always a high-intensity match, and we know that we'll have to be at our best to win,' Wilder stated. 'We've been working hard in training, and I believe that our team has the necessary quality to come out on top.'

Wilder also urged Blades fans to show their support for the team ahead of the big match. 'We know that our fans are the best in the league, and we hope that they'll come out in full force to support us,' he said.

The match between Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday is set to take place on the weekend, and fans are eagerly anticipating the clash. With the Blades and the Owls locked in a fierce rivalry, the match is sure to be intense and spectacular.