Take a look through our gallery as we look back on a decade of mixed emotions and real highs and lows for the Blades.
21. Blades photos from the 80s
The United squad training at Graves Park in July 1981. Photo: JPI Media
22. Blades photos from the 80s
New signing - and a fresh faced - Chris Wilder in action for United against Brighton & Hove Albion in January 1987. Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
23. Blades photos from the 80s
Action from the derby between United and Chesterfield in December 1980. Photo: JPI Media
24. Blades photos from the 80s
Jubilant fans celebrate United's promotion to Division Three after a 4-0 win over Peterborough United in their final home game of the 1981/82 season. Photo: Ian Vickers