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Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland Prediction 11/29/2024 | Championship

Match Details

The match between Sheffield Utd and Sunderland is scheduled to take place on November 29, 2024, at Bramall Lane. It will be a Championship regular season fixture with both teams vying for crucial points. The odds currently favor Sheffield Utd with a local winner odd of 2.06.

Head-to-Head Comparison

In their previous encounters, Sheffield Utd has had the upper hand against Sunderland. They have won three out of the five matches played between them, including their most recent meeting in March 2023 where they secured a narrow victory with a scoreline of 2-1. These matches have generally been closely contested affairs, often featuring more than two goals.

Team Form: Sheffield Utd

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Sheffield United’s current form has been impressive as they remain unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions. In these games, they have scored an average of two goals per game while conceding just three goals overall. Their solid defensive performances coupled with clinical finishing up front make them a formidable opponent.

Currently sitting atop the league standings, Sheffield Utd has showcased consistency throughout the season so far. Their latest match saw them secure a convincing 3-0 victory over Oxford United thanks to goals from Callum O’Hare, Tyrese Campbell, and Jesurun Rak-Sakyi.

Team Form: Sunderland

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Sunderland’s away form this season has been relatively inconsistent compared to their home performances. Out of their last six away matches in all competitions, they have managed only one win but also avoided defeat by drawing five times.

Their overall performance in the Championship places them at 4th position with 33 points after playing 17 games thus far into the campaign. In their most recent outing against West Brom, they played out a goalless draw.

Key Players

For Sheffield Utd, Rhian Joel Brewster has been leading the line in attack. Although he hasn’t found the back of the net recently, his movement and ability to create chances for his teammates have been crucial. In midfield, Gustavo Martin Emilio Hamer has stood out with five goals and seven assists this season.

Sunderland’s Daniel Neil has been influential in midfield, contributing four goals and five assists so far. His creativity and vision on the ball make him a key player for their attacking play. Additionally, Jobe Samuel Patrick Bellingham’s seven goals from midfield provide an added threat going forward.

Statistical Insights

Sheffield Utd’s recent form indicates strong defensive solidity as they have conceded just three goals in their last six matches across all competitions. Their attacking prowess is evident through scoring 12 goals during this period.

On the other hand, Sunderland has struggled to find consistent goal-scoring form away from home lately but remains resilient defensively by conceding only three times in their previous six away fixtures.

Prediction: Sheffield Utd 1 – 0 Sunderland

Based on current form and historical head-to-head records between these two teams, it is expected that Sheffield United will continue their impressive run with another victory at Bramall Lane. A tightly contested match is anticipated with both teams displaying solid defensive performances; however, Sheffield Utd should edge past Sunderland by a narrow margin of one goal to secure all three points.

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