Manchester United vs Sheffield United Prediction Match Details
On Wednesday evening, Sheffield United will travel to face Manchester United in round 29 of the Premier League at Old Trafford, where both teams will search for a crucial three points.
Manchester United Preview & Form
Manchester United has had a disappointing season in all competitions. However, they managed to secure a spot in the final of their second consecutive FA Cup by narrowly beating Coventry on penalties after a 3-3 draw in the semi-final. Unfortunately, the fans’ disappointment has put immense pressure on their head coach, Erik Ten Hag, and there are concerns that he may lose his job.
Manchester United have been struggling to secure a victory in their last four matches. In their most recent outing in the Premier League, they ended up with a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth away from their home ground. Their poor run of form has seen them record three draws and one loss. As a result, United is currently placed in the 7th position in the league standings with 50 points from 32 matches played. They are 10 points behind fifth-placed Tottenham and 16 points away from the top four.
Sheffield United Preview & Form
Sheffield United returned to the Premier League last season after finishing second in the Championship, behind Burnley. However, they have failed to establish themselves in the top tier, and it appears highly likely that Sheffield United will face relegation to the Championship. Their chances of avoiding relegation from the Premier League are minimal. Sheffield United is currently at the bottom of the league table with just 16 points from 33 games played, and they are now 10 points off the safety zone.
The Blades have struggled in their last nine Premier League matches, having only gathered three points during that run. During this period, Sheffield has lost six matches and played three draws. Additionally, they have only scored nine goals while conceding 28 goals.
Manchester United vs Sheffield United Match Stats
- 66% of United’s matches had over 2.5 goals.
- United have conceded at least one goal in 11 of their 15 home matches.
- United have scored two goals or more in each of their last three matches.
- United have conceded two goals or more in each of their last three matches.
- 31% of Manchester United’s conceded goals occurred after the 75th minute.
- 70% of Sheffield United’s matches had over 2.5 goals.
- Sheffield have failed to win in their last nine matches.
- Sheffield failed to keep a clean sheet in each of their last 17 matches.
- Sheffield have lost 12 of their 16 away matches.
- Sheffield have failed to win in their last eight home matches.
Manchester United vs Sheffield United Prediction Betting Tips
United have a strong historical record in their last five matches against Sheffield United. However, Sheffield hopes to replicate their last victory against the Red Devils, which took place on the same ground. Nonetheless, United are considered the favorites to win the match. Therefore, we predict a win for Manchester United.
