Sheffield United — Oxford United Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 3 February 2026
On February 3, 2026, in Matchday 26 of the English Championship, Sheffield United will host Oxford United. The match is set to kick off at 20:45 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Sheffield United
Sheffield United come into this match in unconvincing form. Over their last five games, the team have recorded just one win, one draw, and three defeats. During this run, they were also eliminated from the FA Cup after a 3–4 loss to Mansfield. Their most recent match was an away 1–1 draw against Millwall, following a home victory over Ipswich.
In the league, Sheffield United currently sit 17th with 36 points, seven clear of the relegation zone. Their defensive record has been a concern, conceding 42 goals — one of the worst in the Championship. At home, they have played 13 matches, winning six, drawing two, and losing five, which ranks them 19th by home form. However, in recent home league games, the team have looked more solid, remaining unbeaten in their last seven matches at the Bramall Lane.
In head-to-head meetings against Oxford United, Sheffield United also hold the advantage, having won their last three home encounters.
Oxford United
Oxford United come into this match in mixed form. Over their last seven games, they have recorded one win, three draws, and three defeats. Their most recent match was a 0–2 home loss to Birmingham. The team also recently progressed in the FA Cup, defeating MK Dons on penalties.
In the league, Oxford United sit 23rd with 27 points, five points from safety. Their away form has been poor, with three wins, three draws, and eight defeats in 14 matches, ranking them 21st in the Championship by this metric. However, they are unbeaten in their last two away games, having beaten Leicester in the league and drawn with MK Dons before winning on penalties, after previously enduring a six-match winless run.
In head-to-head meetings with Sheffield United, Oxford have struggled, winning just one of the last seven encounters, while Sheffield claimed six victories.
Probable Lineups
- Sheffield United: Cooper, Seriki, McGuinness, Mee, Burrows, Arblaster, Peck, Brooks, O'Hare, Cannon, Bamford
- Oxford United: Cumming, Currie, Davies, Long, Brown, McDonnell, De Keersmaecker, Peart-Harris, Brannagan, Mills, Lankshear
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Sheffield United have failed to win 4 of their last 5 matches.
- 3 of Sheffield United’s last 4 matches have seen under 2.5 goals.
- Oxford United have failed to win 6 of their last 7 matches.
- 4 of Oxford United’s last 5 matches have seen under 2.5 goals.
- Sheffield United have won 6 of the last 7 head-to-head matches.
Sheffield United — Oxford United Prediction
Both teams come into this match in poor form. Sheffield United have won just once in their last five matches and continue to struggle defensively, conceding in eight consecutive games. Oxford United are also short on confidence, with only one win in their last five matches and serious attacking issues, having scored in just one of their last four games. Sheffield United have dominated this fixture in recent years, losing only once in the last seven head-to-head meetings, while the last two encounters between these sides were low-scoring and decided by just one goal. Considering the current form of both teams, their need for points, and recent head-to-head trends, this match is expected to be cautious and tight. A low-scoring game looks likely, as both sides will primarily focus on avoiding defeat. My bet for this match: Total Under 3 goals at odds of 1.56.
