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2015–16 Sheffield United F.C. season

Sheffield United
2015–16 season
Chairman David Green
Manager Nigel Adkins
Stadium Bramall Lane
League One 11th
FA Cup Third Round Proper
(eliminated by Manchester United)
League Cup Second Round
(eliminated by Fulham)
FL Trophy Northern Area Quarter Finals
(eliminated by Fleetwood Town)

The 2015–16 season was Sheffield United's 127th season in their history and their fifth consecutive season in League One. Along with League One, the club also competed in the FA Cup, League Cup and Football League Trophy. The season covers the period from 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016.

Following another failed play-off campaign, manager Nigel Clough was sacked with the club board stating "A change in direction was necessary for the forthcoming season." After having an enquiry about Bradford City's Phil Parkinson to succeed Clough, on 2 June Nigel Adkins was installed as Sheffield United's new manager. On 13 July, Diego De Girolamo signed a new two-year contract with the Blades, having initially rejecting a new offer. The following day, United announced the signing of Martyn Woolford on a free-transfer with him committing to Bramall Lane on a two-year deal.

Total income: Increase£1,500,000

New contracts and contract extensions.

On 4 June 2015, Sheffield United announce they will play Newcastle United for Chris Morgan's testimonial. On 9 June 2015, a confirmed list of the club's pre-season schedule was released.







Last updated: 13 May 2016.
Source: Statto.com
Ground: A = Away; H = Home. Result: D = Draw; L = Loss; W = Win; P = Postponed.


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