Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: can Middlesbrough climb to the top of the table?
In the Matchday 31 fixture of the English Championship, we are set for a clash between Sheffield United and Middlesbrough. The match will take place on Monday, 9 February, with kick-off scheduled for 21:01 CET, and I am offering a betting option for this encounter.
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Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: match facts and head-to-head
- Sheffield United are unbeaten in three consecutive matches: two wins and a draw.
- Sheffield United have conceded goals in nine straight matches.
- Middlesbrough have won their last four matches.
- Middlesbrough’s scoring streak stands at six matches.
- Out of nine home matches, Sheffield United have lost only once.
- Middlesbrough boast the better defensive record, having conceded 29 goals.
- Middlesbrough have won 22% of their matches this season with a clean sheet, compared to 19% for Sheffield United.
- Sheffield United have lost more matches without scoring: 28% versus 19% for Middlesbrough.
- Middlesbrough defeated Sheffield United 1:0 in their most recent head-to-head meeting.
Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough: match preview
Sheffield United have lacked consistency this season, but in recent matches the team have been showing encouraging football. They are unbeaten in their last three outings, recording two wins and a draw. Sheffield United have moved slightly up the table and currently sit on 39 points after 30 matches. The gap to the top six stands at eight points, meaning nothing is lost yet, although the fight for a Premier League play-off spot will be a tough challenge.
Middlesbrough are second in the Championship standings and have managed to overturn an incredible ten-point deficit, cutting it down to just one. At present, Boro trail the league leaders by a single point and also have a game in hand. As a result, if Middlesbrough manage to defeat Sheffield United away from home, they will move into first place in the table. Middlesbrough have won their last four matches, while the team’s scoring run has now reached six games. The battle for top spot and the title is clearly still ahead.
Probable line-ups
- Sheffield United: Cooper; Seriki, Tanganga, McGuinness, Burrows; Arblaster, Peck; Brooks, O'Hare, Hamer; Cannon
- Middlesbrough: Brynn; Ayling, Malanda, Fry, Targett; Morris, Browne, Hackney; Whittaker, Conway, Castledine
Prediction
Both Sheffield United and Middlesbrough are currently in good form and delivering solid results. We can clearly expect an entertaining contest here, and I suggest a bet on both teams to score.
