I’ve just heard the sad news that Sheffield United legend Alan Woodward has died at his home in the US aged 68.
Alan made an incredible 640 appearances for the Blades over 14 years and remains the Blades’ second highest ever scorer. As a kid, he was one of the first players I can remember recognising – perhaps because of his distinctive “silver” hair.
As one of the club’s biggest stars, he was among the contingent of ex-players who celebrated the 125th anniversary back in September last year – including a lap of honour ahead of the Gillingham game which I was lucky enough to see.
Here he is describing coming back to Beautiful Downtown Bramall Lane.
Of course, there will always be discussions over the best players ever to wear the Red and White, but I think that any United fan who had seen him play would include ‘Woody’ in their top three.
Sad news indeed.