EARLY September it may be, but should Sheffield United have a successful season in 2022-23, they might just recall one particular moment in Sunday's game at Hull City.

It came in the first half, when in-form seven-goal striker Oscar Estupinan raced clear and looked like cancelling out United's lead, only for Wes Foderingham to make a superb save and even better follow-up block.

The Championship leaders went onto kill the game in the second half with Sander Berge's strike, but it was an encounter when Foderingham's contribution was hugely significant.

He said: "He had a lot of time to make his mind up and sometimes, that can be difficult for a centre-forward. The longer he takes to make up his mind, the easier for me and I just tried to hold my position and make the save and did.

Wes Foderingham of Sheffield United. Picture: Andrew Yates / Sportimage.

"The save had significance. Without blowing my own trumpet, it is a different game and outcome if that goal comes in at the moment in time.

"It's nice to help out now and again."

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Hull's first home reverse of the season came at a further price with Benjamin Tetteh becoming the latest addition to their lengthy injury list.

The Ghanaian is set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up a hamstring problem.

Doncaster Rovers boss Gary McSheffrey is among the four nominees for the League Two manager of the month award for August, having been recognised for the club’s impressive start to the new season.

He is competing against ex-Rovers chief Richie Wellens, whose league leaders Leyton Orient are currently unbeaten, Barrow’s Pete Wild – who left FC Halifax in the summer - and Stevenage chief Steve Evans, formerly of Rotherham United and Leeds United.

Sheffield United's Wes Foderingham on a potentially significant moment in Blades' season at Hull