Paul Heckingbottom’s men were backed by 842 of the North End faithful at Bramall Lane but left empty handed after a 1-0 defeat to the second-placed side.
It represented the Lilywhites’ second loss in eight games in all competitions and leaves the side 16th in the table.
Take a look at our fan gallery from Bramall Lane with photos courtesy of CameraSport to see if you can spot yourself, friends or family.
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1. Preston fan gallery
Preston fan gallery as 842 North End fans made the trip to Bramall Lane for 1-0 defeat against Sheffield United. Pictures: CameraSport | CameraSport - Alex Dodd
2. Preston fan gallery
Preston fan gallery as 842 North End fans made the trip to Bramall Lane for 1-0 defeat against Sheffield United. Pictures: CameraSport | CameraSport - Alex Dodd
3. Preston fan gallery
Preston fan gallery as 842 North End fans made the trip to Bramall Lane for 1-0 defeat against Sheffield United. Pictures: CameraSport | CameraSport - Alex Dodd
4. Match action
Match action from Preston's 1-0 defeat to Sheffield United Pictures: CameraSport | CameraSport - Alex Dodd