Is Sheffield United v Middlesbrough on TV? Channel, streaming details and team news

Cameron Archer is a doubt for Middlesbrough ahead of Wednesday's crunch clash with Championship promotion rivals Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

Archer, who scored his first goal for Boro last weekend since arriving from Aston Villa, sustained an ankle problem in Saturday's 3-1 victory at Cardiff City. Boro chief Michael Carrick said: "We’re similar. The only thing is Cam (Archer) took a really bad one on his ankle. He twisted it in the first half and it swelled up quite badly after the game.

"We’ll have to see how he is, but he was struggling towards the end of the game which is why we had to take him off. Fingers crossed he will be alright, but at this moment, we’re not sure. I keep saying, I trust everyone in the squad to play and if someone misses out, there is someone else ready to come in. That’s the beauty of having good options and a good group of players."

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Aaron Ramsey, who also joined Boro from Villa last month, is yet to make his debut. In an update on his condition, Carrick added: "Aaron is a little bit closer after training a good few days with us now. We’re taking it step by step to see when is the right time to get him involved. He travelled with us at the weekend but more just so he can feel part of the group.”

Sheffield United take on promotion rivals Middlesbrough at Bramall Lane tonight. Picture: Will Matthews/PASheffield United take on promotion rivals Middlesbrough at Bramall Lane tonight. Picture: Will Matthews/PA
Sheffield United take on promotion rivals Middlesbrough at Bramall Lane tonight. Picture: Will Matthews/PA

Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp is unlikely to feature for the hosts after coming off with an ankle injury in last weekend’s 3-0 win over Swansea City. Tommy Doyle is likely to return, while Daniel Jebbison returns from a three-match ban.

Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom said: "Billy is a big doubt. He's got a walking boot on to take as much pressure as possible off that ankle. He has had an X-ray and it's come back all clear, but there is swelling, so there is an issue there.”

Is it on TV?

The game will be on Sky Sports Football with coverage beginning at 7.30pm on Wednesday night for the 8pm kick-off.

Is there a stream?

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The game will be available on Sky Go and on the Sky app, simply sign in with your Sky iD to access the coverage. NOW TV monthly members can also watch fixture alongside those who purchase a NOW TV day pass for all Sky Sports channels.