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The 146th edition of the Steel City derby takes place this Sunday with the stakes as high as ever for both teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sheffield United are locked in a three-way title race that manager Chris Wilder described as one that ‘will go to the wire’. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, Danny Rohl’s Wednesday remain in the hunt for one of the few play-off spots left up for grabs in the hope that they can reach the promise land of the Premier League.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Neal Shackleton of the Where Blades Walk YouTube channel told Shef Live: “I’m feeling a little nervous now as the game approaches fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Factor in it’s a derby game and, obviously, there is added pressure but I feel our current setup should be able to cope with them.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fin Boot of the Owls Hub Sheffield Wednesday fan page said: “After the last two away performances I have a bit more confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“However, with our home form across the season I have absolutely no clue what to expect from us.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The reverse fixture earlier this season saw the rivalry reignited for the first time in over five years, with United running out eventual one-nil winners, but was marred by fan trouble that the clubs and police will be looking to prevent this time round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A total of 22 people had been identified and banned by the clubs from attending future matches, according to South Yorkshire Police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ch Supt Cherie Buttle, from South Yorkshire Police, said that the force was continuing to work with both clubs ahead of the fixture on the 16th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fans of both teams will be hoping to avoid any clashes at the ground on Sunday but fear trouble could arise elsewhere in the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr Shackleton said: “There’s always been a certain section of fans intent on causing trouble, however, I think the Sunday noon kick-off should quell lots of tension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The problems will arise later on in the West Street area, I’m almost sure of it.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mr Boot said: “I’ve seen us play United at home many times and never have had any issues, but with it being a big derby there’s always going to be fights and issues between the fans.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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