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Chris Wilder Delighted for 'Mr Sheffield' Billy Sharp as United Snatch Point Against Bournemouth

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder was full of praise for opening day hero Billy Sharp, after the striker's equaliser sealed a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth on Saturday.

The Blades marked their return to the top flight after a 12-year absence with a hard-fought point, but had to work for it after going behind to Chris Mepham’s close-range finish. However, the visitors earned a late equaliser, as substitute Sharp bundled home in the 88th minute to earn a point.

After the game, Wilder was full of praise for his side’s efforts. Speaking in his post-match press conference (as quoted by FourFourTwo), he said: “I was disappointed to go behind but yet again not surprised by the way my team came roaring back.