Sheffield Utd

Sheffield United have gathered 15 points and sit comfortably mid-table in 11th, while Derby have managed only one win in 11 league matches and sit in 23rd place. The visitors arrive severely depleted by nine missing squad members and have taken just four points from five away matches. Head-to-head history also heavily tilts toward the Blades, who have claimed victory in eight of their last ten meetings against Derby. Covering the home win and draw provides a solid position reflecting these contrasting dynamics.

Derby have struggled for attacking potency all season, scoring only nine goals in 11 Championship fixtures for an average of 0.8 goals per game. Across their last five matches, the Rams have never scored more than once, posting tallies of zero against Stoke City and single goals against QPR, Wrexham, Burnley, and Birmingham. Sheffield United concede an average of 1.2 goals per game at Bramall Lane and have already recorded four clean sheets this season, making it probable Derby remain restricted to one goal or fewer.

Sheffield Utd or Draw — 78% confidence

Sheffield United have gathered 15 points and sit comfortably mid-table in 11th, while Derby have managed only one win in 11 league matches and sit in 23rd place. The visitors arrive severely depleted by nine missing squad members and have taken just four points from five away matches. Head-to-head history also heavily tilts toward the Blades, who have claimed victory in eight of their last ten meetings against Derby. Covering the home win and draw provides a solid position reflecting these contrasting dynamics.

Derby Under 1.5 Goals — 74% confidence

Derby have struggled for attacking potency all season, scoring only nine goals in 11 Championship fixtures for an average of 0.8 goals per game. Across their last five matches, the Rams have never scored more than once, posting tallies of zero against Stoke City and single goals against QPR, Wrexham, Burnley, and Birmingham. Sheffield United concede an average of 1.2 goals per game at Bramall Lane and have already recorded four clean sheets this season, making it probable Derby remain restricted to one goal or fewer.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (double chance and team total goals), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Under 2.5 Goals — 74% confidence

Bristol City have engaged in consistently low-scoring fixtures, particularly on home turf where their five matches have yielded an average of only 1.6 total match goals. They have scored just three goals across those five games and failed to score in three of them. Across their last five fixtures overall, every single match has concluded with two or fewer goals scored (0-1, 1-1, 2-0, 1-0, 0-1). Furthermore, the ten-match head-to-head sample between these sides shows an average of 2.3 goals per match, with 60 percent finishing under the 2.5 goal line.

Sheffield Utd or Draw — 67% confidence

Sheffield United have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture over recent years, losing only two of the past ten head-to-head encounters while winning six and drawing two. At Ashton Gate, the visitors have claimed three wins and a draw from their last five visits. Bristol City have been vulnerable at home this season, suffering three defeats in five matches. Covering the draw alongside an away victory provides a sensible position given Bristol City's modest home scoring record and Sheffield United's proven ability to take points from this fixture.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (total goals and double chance), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Sheffield United have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture over recent years, losing only two of the past ten head-to-head encounters while winning six and drawing two. At Ashton Gate, the visitors have claimed three wins and a draw from their last five visits. Bristol City have been vulnerable at home this season, suffering three defeats in five matches. Covering the draw alongside an away victory provides a sensible position given Bristol City's modest home scoring record and Sheffield United's proven ability to take points from this fixture.

Bristol City have engaged in consistently low-scoring fixtures, particularly on home turf where their five matches have yielded an average of only 1.6 total match goals. They have scored just three goals across those five games and failed to score in three of them. Across their last five fixtures overall, every single match has concluded with two or fewer goals scored (0-1, 1-1, 2-0, 1-0, 0-1). Furthermore, the ten-match head-to-head sample between these sides shows an average of 2.3 goals per match, with 60 percent finishing under the 2.5 goal line.

Sheffield United's away fixtures have been open affairs this season, averaging 3.0 total goals per match with seven scored and eight conceded across five trips. Four of their last five matches in all competitions have featured at least two goals, including a five-goal clash at Portsmouth and a three-goal game at Stoke. Bristol City have experienced lower goal tallies at home, averaging only 1.6 total goals per fixture at Ashton Gate and scoring just 0.6 per game. That low home scoring rate makes reaching three goals too demanding to back Over 2.5 with strong probability. However, defensive absences for the hosts, combined with Choudhury being suspended in midfield for the visitors, should create enough clear chances to see at least two goals scored.

Sheffield United have the statistical edge – higher league position, better recent form and a dominant head‑to‑head record (4 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw). Portsmouth’s injury list removes several defensive options, reducing their chance of securing a win. However, Portsmouth’s home record includes a recent clean sheet and the teams’ combined goal average sits around 2.4, making an under‑2.5 goal total plausible. The double‑chance on Sheffield (away or draw) captures the likely advantage while protecting against a possible home point.

Sheffield United enter this match in poor form after three consecutive defeats, failing to score in two of those fixtures. At home, they have won just one of four matches and concede an average of 1.5 goals per contest. Conversely, Lincoln have demonstrated impressive away consistency, recording three wins from four away fixtures with three clean sheets and only two goals conceded. Backing Lincoln on the double chance provides strong probability coverage against a struggling home side that has found creating and converting chances difficult.

Stoke City or Draw — 68% confidence

Stoke City carry strong momentum into this match after picking up ten points from their last four Championship outings. At home, they have won two of their three matches and conceded an average of just 0.7 goals per game. While Sheffield United have dominated recent head-to-head clashes, Stoke's current trajectory and solid defensive base at home provide strong support to avoid defeat.

Yes — 62% confidence

Stoke City have scored in all seven of their league fixtures this season, averaging 1.6 goals per game overall and 2.0 goals per game at home. Sheffield United have averaged 1.3 goals per game on their travels and have found the net in four of their last five matches. Historically, 60 percent of the last ten meetings between these sides have seen both teams get on the scoresheet.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (double chance and both teams to score), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Stoke City have scored in all seven of their league fixtures this season, averaging 1.6 goals per game overall and 2.0 goals per game at home. Sheffield United have averaged 1.3 goals per game on their travels and have found the net in four of their last five matches. Historically, 60 percent of the last ten meetings between these sides have seen both teams get on the scoresheet.

Stoke City carry strong momentum into this match after picking up ten points from their last four Championship outings. At home, they have won two of their three matches and conceded an average of just 0.7 goals per game. While Sheffield United have dominated recent head-to-head clashes, Stoke's current trajectory and solid defensive base at home provide strong support to avoid defeat.

Sheffield Utd have remained unbeaten across their last three away fixtures, winning twice and drawing once while scoring six goals in that stretch. They have found the net in all five of their most recent matches across all competitions. Although Fleetwood Town are in solid form and unbeaten in five games, Sheffield Utd have shown reliable output on the road. Backing the visitors to win or draw covers both an away victory and a level scoreline at full-time.

Both teams show pronounced attacking efficiency combined with recurring defensive vulnerabilities. Wolves have scored in all five of their league games this season, averaging 2.6 goals scored and 2.0 goals conceded per fixture while recording zero clean sheets. Sheffield United have also seen both teams score in each of their last five fixtures, averaging 1.3 goals scored per match. Given Wolves potent forward line led by Fer Lopez and Sheffield United consistent scoring run at home, both sides are likely to get on the scoresheet.

Sheffield Utd or Draw — 68% confidence

Sheffield United have avoided defeat in both of their away league fixtures this season and recently won 2-1 at Ewood Park in cup competition. Blackburn enter this clash on a four-match winless run across all competitions, having lost three of those games, while dealing with eight players listed as unavailable.

Yes — 65% confidence

Blackburn have scored and conceded in all three of their home fixtures this season, finishing with scorelines of 2-1, 1-2, and 1-2. Sheffield United have also seen both teams find the net in three of their last four competitive fixtures, matching the 60 percent both-teams-to-score rate recorded across the last ten head-to-head meetings.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (double chance and both teams to score), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Blackburn have scored and conceded in all three of their home fixtures this season, finishing with scorelines of 2-1, 1-2, and 1-2. Sheffield United have also seen both teams find the net in three of their last four competitive fixtures, matching the 60 percent both-teams-to-score rate recorded across the last ten head-to-head meetings.

Sheffield United have avoided defeat in both of their away league fixtures this season and recently won 2-1 at Ewood Park in cup competition. Blackburn enter this clash on a four-match winless run across all competitions, having lost three of those games, while dealing with eight players listed as unavailable.

Under 2.5 Goals — 78% confidence

Both teams have demonstrated strong defensive stability and modest attacking output through the opening three league matches. Sheffield United and Bolton each average just 0.7 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per game, with both sides failing to score in two of their three fixtures. Furthermore, over 2.5 goals has landed in only 28.6 percent of their past seven head-to-head meetings.

Sheffield Utd or Draw — 75% confidence

Sheffield United are yet to lose a match in any competition this season, compiling three league draws alongside two cup victories. Bolton arrive having taken just one point from their last two league games without scoring a goal, including a 1-0 home defeat against Lincoln and a 0-0 stalemate at QPR. Sheffield United have also won two of their three home head-to-head encounters.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (total goals and double chance), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Sheffield United are yet to lose a match in any competition this season, compiling three league draws alongside two cup victories. Bolton arrive having taken just one point from their last two league games without scoring a goal, including a 1-0 home defeat against Lincoln and a 0-0 stalemate at QPR. Sheffield United have also won two of their three home head-to-head encounters.

Both teams to score has landed in just one of three league games for Sheffield United and one of three for Bolton. Bolton have registered consecutive clean sheets or shutouts in attack, drawing 0-0 and losing 1-0, while Sheffield United opened their league campaign with successive 0-0 draws. Historically, both teams have found the net in only 14.3 percent of the previous seven meetings.

Both teams have demonstrated strong defensive stability and modest attacking output through the opening three league matches. Sheffield United and Bolton each average just 0.7 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per game, with both sides failing to score in two of their three fixtures. Furthermore, over 2.5 goals has landed in only 28.6 percent of their past seven head-to-head meetings.

Sheffield United have demonstrated solid defensive organisation in the Championship, conceding zero goals across their opening two league fixtures. Additionally, the Blades have won six of their previous nine encounters against Cardiff, including three of their last four visits. Given Cardiff's run of draws and defensive vulnerabilities shown by three goals conceded in two games, backing Sheffield United on the double chance offers a well-supported and resilient position.