Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion Betting Tips and Prediction. On Wednesday (April 26), Sheffield United and West Bromwich Albion will play at Bramall Lane as part of the EFL Championship’s new slate of games. A third straight-away victory would help the Baggies advance to the playoffs as they enter the midweek match.
Riyad Mahrez’s incredible hat-trick helped Manchester City defeat Sheffield 3-0 on Sunday, ending their hopes of winning their fifth FA Cup.
The Blades, who are now second in the Championship standings and in range of clinching automatic promotion to the Premier League, are back in action. Sheffield has won five of its last six league games, except for a 2-0 setback to Burnley on April 10.
West Bromw, meantime, lost to Sunderland 2-1 at the Hawthorns last time out and was unable to advance into the playoff spots. Before this game, Carlos Corberan‘s team had won two straight games, defeating Blackpool and Stoke City, respectively.
The Baggies have 63 points from 43 games, which puts them ninth in the league table, level with Preston North End in tenth place, and two points outside the playoff spots.
Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – Important Points:
In their last 121 meetings, West Brom has a slight advantage with 48 victories.
In that time, Sheffield has recorded three fewer victories while 28 times the victory has been split.
Except for a 4-0 defeat in August 2021, the Blades have triumphed over West Brom in three of their most recent Championship contests.
The team of Corberan has won twice since mid-March and is unbeaten in three of their last four road games.
Since a 1-0 loss to Luton Town on March 11, Sheffield has won four straight home games in all competitions.
Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – The Prediction:
A closely fought match is anticipated at Bramall Lane as Sheffield looks to earn automatic promotion and the Baggies have their sights set on a spot in the playoffs. The Blades should win all three points since they have been virtually unbeatable at home.
Prediction: Sheffield United 2-1 West Bromwich Albion
Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – The Tip:
1: Results – Sheffield
2: Both teams will score – Yes
3: Less than 5 cards – Yes
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