Sophie Hillyerd joins Sheffield United on an emergency loan

Sophie Hillyerd has joined Sheffield United on an emergency loan for two weeks.

Hillyerd signed a new deal with London City in the summer.

Last season, Hillyerd first joined Watford on a short-term loan in October 2025, keeping goal in the 5-0 FA Cup win over Actonians and the 1-1 league draw with Real Bedford.

She returned to Watford until the end of the season in January 2026 and was a key part of the side that lifted the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division crown.

Best of luck, Sophie!