Sheffield United have set a Premier League record in disastrous fashion after conceding the highest number of goals in the competition’s history.
Chris Wilder’s side were already relegated after winning just 16 points during a difficult first season back in the English top flight.
And while the Blades avoided breaking Derby’s record for the lowest-number of points won over a Premier League season, which still stands at 11, Everton broke United hearts as Wes Foderingham let yet another ball slip through his fingers.
Abdoulaye Doucoure struck at Goodison Park to add further misery to a truly grim campaign for Sheffield United and their fans.
- Abdoulaye Doucoure put Everton ahead as Sheffield United concede 101st goal this season
- The last team to hit the 100-goal-conceded mark was Swindon Town during 1993-94 season.
The visitors have now conceded 101 goals to break Swindon’s inglorious record, which was set during the 1993-94 campaign.
In news that will likely make the pain only sharper for the travelling fans, the Robins achieved the total during a 42-game season – while it has taken the Blades just 37.
Most goals conceded in a single Premier League season
1. Sheffield United – 2024-23 – 101
2. Swindon Town – 1993-94 – 100
3. Ipswich Town – 1994-94 – 93
4. Derby County – 2007-08 – 89
5. Fulham – 2013-14 – 85
Source: Daily Mail Online
