TV pundit Jamie Redknapp has praised Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder’s innovation following their comeback against Chelsea at the weekend.

The Blades went into half-time 2-0 down but emerged a different side in the second half, using their own unconventional system of overlapping centre-backs to salvage an unlikely point at Stamford Bridge:

“Wilder himself knows there were doubters, but it has worked wonders so far. They have continued to overload the flanks, and only Liverpool and Tottenham have produced more crosses than his side. Most importantly, they are picking up points in the process of all this.”

“Saturday was an outstanding result for Wilder, coming back from 2-0 down at half-time to draw 2-2 with Chelsea. He wants his team to feel like they belong at this level.”

Redknapp believes Wilder is working miracles with the squad at his disposal and should be praised for the performances that his side have been putting in at the start of this season:

Sheffield United dictated play at times against Chelsea, and they fully merited the draw. It is a testament to the bravery and belief that Wilder has installed into his team.

The Blades players really felt that they belonged in the Premier League, and if they keep that spirit and drive throughout the rest of the campaign, there is every chance that they can maintain their Premier League status for another season.