The season was widely considered one of the best in the history of Sheffield United after finishing 9th and defying all the odds.

Before the start of the season, the Blades were tipped to be relegated by most critics and pundits in the Premier League community.

Manager Chris Wilder's 5-3-2 'overlapping centre-backs' was praised by many after it dragged a group of relatively below standard players to a top half Premier League finish.

[65] The fourth round draw was made by Alex Scott and David O'Leary on Monday, 6 January.

[67] The second round draw was made on 13 August 2019 following the conclusion of all but one first-round matches.