Bristol City travel to Bramall Lane as they hope to put behind them their weekend disappointment against Watford at Vicarage Road. The Robins suffered a 2-0 defeat to the Hornets, despite having some opportunities to get back on level terms.
Watford saw the return of Alex Scott, who made his first club appearance in almost a month after recovering from a knee ligament injury whilst on international duty. The 19-year-old came on as a substitute, and that was always going to be part of the plan as Pearson eases him back in. A fully fit Scott would be one of the first names on the team sheet, but Nigel Pearson is keen for him not to get injured again, and that's a good cautious approach to have.
This could be an experienced bench against the Blades, because on Monday afternoon we saw Omar Taylor-Clarke, Harry Leeson, Callum Wood and Marlee Francois play for the Under-21's. They can't be expected to potentially feature in two games in two days, and that could mean a recall for Kane Wilson, who hasn't been in the match-day squad for the last two matches. Wilson joined last summer but is still yet to start a Championship game for City, and that isn't expected to change tonight because George Tanner is a firm choice at that position.
For the first time in four matches, Mark Sykes is available for selection after serving a ban. Will the Republic of Ireland international start straight away or will he be eased back in?
Here’s what we think Pearson might pick as his starting XI on Tuesday night