Sheffield Utd vs Bristol City Prediction, Free Betting Tips & Odds

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Date: 30th December 2022
Kick-Off: 19:45 UK, 20:45 CET
Venue: Bramall Lane
TV: Sky Sports Red Button

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Sheffield Utd vs Bristol City: Top Free Betting Tips

Losing to Watford in the last game, Bristol City faces the challenge of Sheffield United in the next EFL Championship fixture on Tuesday, 18 April. The Blades make an appearance in this game after returning to their winning form against Cardiff City.

Both Teams to Score Prediction: Yes

The scoring ability has been the major weakness for Bristol in the away fixtures. The Robins have failed to find the back of the net in five of the previous six matches away from Ashton Gate Stadium. On the other hand, Sheffield failed to score in only one of the previous five league matches, that too against league leaders Burnley. Defensively, the Blades claimed two clean sheets in the last four league adventures. Sheffield also had three clean sheets in the same number of meetings with Bristol City before this encounter. Therefore, we predict only the home side will be able to score in this game.

Total Goals Prediction: United 2.5 Goals

None of the previous four meetings between these teams has gone Over 2.5 Goals. Sheffield United have scored in the last five league outings but Bristol only managed an average of an only goal per game in the same duration. Robin’s front line has struggled away from Ashton Gate Stadium as they rattled the net only twice in the last five road fixtures. Moreover, the Blades also restricted Bristol from scoring in the last two H2Hs at Bramall Lane. Hence, we set Under 2.5 Goals as our first pick for this game.

Correct Score Prediction: 2-0 to Sheffield Utd

Sheffield United have scored eight goals in the last three games at Bramall Lane, scoring more than once in two of them. On the other hand, Bristol City conceded two goals per game against Watford and Middlesbrough consecutively before this match. The Robins have also shipped in five goals in the previous three fixtures away from Ashton Gate Stadium. Considering this, we predict the Blades to record a 2-0 lead in this game, the same as the last home H2H against Bristol.

Sheffield Utd vs Bristol City: Form, Recent Games, and News

Sheffield Utd Preview

The Blades entertained Cardiff City in the last game and thrashed them with a 4-1 victory. James McAtee opened the scoring in the 24th minute and Jack Robinson, lliman Ndiaye and Ciaran Clark extended the lead after the break. Manager Paul Heckingbottom’s focus on this game will be disrupted by five players missing the game due to injuries.

Players to Watch: Oliver McBurnie (Sheffield United)

Sheffield United are almost promoted and they need to win just a couple of games until the end. This is the perfect opportunity for them against a weak team and Oliver McBurnie – one of their top goalscorers – will have a lot of chances to score. He is also their most-booked player this season, so you can also opt for the yellow card here. He has 11 goals in 33 games and 9 yellow cards in the same games.

Bristol City Preview

Ending their three-match undefeated streak, the Robins dropped all three points in the last game against Watford. Bristol’s Harry Cornick gifted Watford an own goal in the sixth minute and Joao Pedro made it 2-0 in the 54th minute for the Hornets. Head coach Nigel Pearson will be worried to have four players on the injury list when the team strives for crucial three points.

Players to Watch: Alex Scott (Bristol City)

Bristol City will have a tough task stopping Sheffield's attack and we expect to see a big number of bookings here, as per usual. Brightol have been one of the most booked teams this season and there is no one better than Alex Scott. The Englishman will have extra work to do with Joe Williams out for this match. We expect him to get a yellow card in this game.

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FAQs regarding Sheffield Utd vs Bristol City

Who is the referee for this match? Geoff Eltringham
Who is the player to watch?  Iliman Ndiaye (Sheffield Utd)
Who won the last Head to Head fixture? 0-1 to Sheffield Utd