Chris Wilder has revealed how the 12-month coronavirus pandemic has left him a changed man as he comes to terms with 'something pretty awful' in his personal life.
The Sheffield United manager admits he has had ample time to reflect during lockdown on the importance of football in helping people deal with personal loss.
Wilder's Blades host a Liverpool side still in shock from the death of goalkeeper Alisson's father, a tragedy which came after Jurgen Klopp was unable to attend the funeral of his mother in Germany this month due to travel restrictions.