Sheffield United 1-0 Arsenal: 5 Hits and Flops from the game | Premier League 2019-20 

#1 Hit: Jack O'Connell

O'Connell put in a solid shift for Sheffield United at the left-hand side of the back three

Jack O'Connell's story is nothing short of inspirational. Five years back, he captained Rochdale to promotion from League Two, before which hardly anyone knew of him. The 25-year-old has grown leaps and bounds since, and is here now, keeping the likes of Nicolas Pepe at bay.

The central defender, on the left side of the back three, showed immense keenness to get forward, whip crosses in and attack, as per the requirements of Chris Wilder's unique system. Alongside Chris Basham, the duo remained the focal point for Sheffield's top chances for most of the game.

On the defensive front, he was safe as a house. Grasping the opponent's next move, picking up runs and standing tall while defending were glimpses of his confidence and conviction.

Further, O'Connell and Sheffield United's glorious performances do not correspond to an individual but collective collaborations at the back. The same unfolded at Bramall Lane, as all the three defenders were on top of their game.

Oh yes, O'Connell's fine flicked header led to the winner as well.

Jack O'Connell:• 6 x possession won• 4 clearances• 1 interceptionJohn Egan:• 4 x possession won• 7 clearances• 3 interceptionsChris Basham:• 6 x possession won• 4 clearances• 3 interceptions0 goals conceded. ⚔️ pic.twitter.com/44aTdXt46V

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