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Derby County and Sheffield United Draw 1-1 in EFL Championship Clash

Derby County and Sheffield United played out an entertaining 1-1 draw at Pride Park Stadium in the EFL Championship on Saturday afternoon.

The Rams took the lead in the first half through a stunning strike from Conor Hourihane, but the Blades hit back after the break through substitute Oli McBurnie.

Both sides had chances to win the game in the closing stages, but neither could find a winner.

Derby County started the game brightly and took the lead in the 15th minute through a stunning strike from Hourihane. The midfielder picked up the ball on the edge of the box and curled a delightful effort into the top corner.

Sheffield United responded well to going behind and created several chances of their own, but they were unable to find an equalizer before the break.

The Blades continued to press for an equalizer in the second half and eventually got their reward in the 65th minute. McBurnie, who had only been on the pitch for a few minutes, headed home from a cross by George Baldock.

Both sides had chances to win the game in the closing stages, but neither could find a winner. Derby County came closest to snatching all three points in the dying minutes, but substitute Ravel Morrison fired wide from a good position.

The draw leaves Derby County in 19th place in the EFL Championship, while Sheffield United are in 14th place.

Derby County will be back in action on Tuesday night when they travel to Blackburn Rovers, while Sheffield United will host Middlesbrough on Wednesday night.

Conclusion

The 1-1 draw between Derby County and Sheffield United was a fair result in the end. Both sides had their chances to win the game, but neither could find a winner.

Derby County will be disappointed not to have taken all three points, but they will be pleased with their performance. Sheffield United will be happy with a point, but they will know that they need to start winning games if they want to challenge for promotion this season.

The draw leaves both sides in mid-table in the EFL Championship. Derby County are in 19th place, while Sheffield United are in 14th place.