'There will be harsh words - and there should be'
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The Blades have now recorded six straight losses in the Premier League, conceding at least two goals in each of those games.
Former Liverpool and Aston Villa defender Stephen Warnock told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast it is right to "be harsh" on Sheffield United after their latest defeat at Arsenal: "They were really poor. They didn't offer anything going forward. They weren't brave in any way.
"I understand it because of the gulf in class between the two teams means they are so afraid of committing players forward as it will leave gaps in behind.
"However, I was here a few weeks back when Fulham [won] here. They committed players forward and it causes problems for the opposition and Arsenal suffered on that day. You've got to ask questions but there were none asked of Arsenal.
"David Raya made no saves. Nothing. No shots on goal for Sheffield United. I mean, how do you win a football game? It's embarrassing and really poor.
"What will really annoy Paul Heckingbottom is the goals that have been conceded. They were set pieces. Don't come to the Emirates and concede from set pieces. Make sure you're at least organised for them. If beaten, be beaten by quality.
"It's been far too easy as Sheffield United didn't lay a glove on them. I think there will be some harsh words or, if there's not, there should be."