Newcastle vs Sheffield United Prediction Prediction Match Details
Newcastle United will face Sheffield United in round 35 of the Premier League on Saturday afternoon at St James Park. The Magpies will look to bounce back from a midweek stumble, while the Blades are hoping to escape the relegation zone.
Newcastle United Preview & Form
Newcastle United suffered a 2-0 defeat at home in their midweek Premier League match against Crystal Palace, ending their four-match unbeaten run. This defeat has significantly impacted the Magpies’ hopes of playing in European competitions, as they are currently in seventh place in the league standings with 50 points. They are three points behind Manchester United, who sit in sixth place.
Eddie Howe’s side has been in excellent form in their home league matches, currently on a six-match unbeaten run with three wins and three draws. Newcastle has shown great consistency in front of goal, having scored two or more goals in five of their last six home games. However, their defense has only kept two clean sheets during this run.
Sheffield United Preview & Form
Sheffield United is facing the possibility of being relegated back to the Championship if they lose their next Premier League match. The team has experienced three consecutive defeats and has only managed to earn 16 points since their promotion to the Premier League. They have conceded a total of 92 goals so far.
The Blades haven’t been performing well in their last ten Premier League matches, failing to win any of them. During this period, they have lost seven games and played three draws. They have conceded 32 goals while only managing to score 11.
Newcastle vs Sheffield United Match Stats
- 70% of Newcastle United’s matches had over 2.5 goals scored in total.
- Newcastle United have scored in each of their 17 home matches.
- Newcastle United has earned 72% of its points at home.
- 71% of Sheffield United’s matches had over 2.5 goals.
- United have failed to win in their last 10 matches.
- United failed to keep a clean sheet in each of their last 18 matches.
- United have conceded two goals or more in each of their last four away matches.
Newcastle vs Sheffield United Prediction Betting Tips
Sheffield United suffered a humiliating 8-0 defeat at Bramall Lane earlier this season when they faced Newcastle United. Additionally, the Magpies have won their last three matches against the Blades when playing at St. James Park. Based on these facts, we predict that Newcastle United will win.
