Which English club first used 'United' in their name?

Question

Which English club retired the number 23 shirt as a mark of respect for one of their former players, Marc-Vivien Foé,? who tragically died when playing for Cameroon?

Answer 1

Sheffield United F.C

The club was formed by members of the Sheffield United Cricket Club, itself formed in 1854 and the first English sports club to use 'United' in its name. Sheffield United's predominant nickname is "The Blades", a reference to Sheffield's status as the major producer of cutlery in the United Kingdom.