Burton Albion host high-flying Sheffield United in the English Championship, with both teams searching for three points, but for different reasons. The visitors have been the surprise package of the campaign so far, with their trip to Burton offering them the chance to go top of the table.
English Championship – Pirelli Stadium, Burton – Friday 17th November – 19:45 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 13/5 at Ladbrokes |
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Sitting just a point above the relegation zone in the Championship, Burton Albion host Sheffield United at the Pirelli Stadium, searching for what would be just a fourth win of the season for Nigel Clough’s side. However, with their opponents having surprised everyone to sit second in the standings, it is Chris Wilder’s men who head into the clash as the favourites for three points. The game could well attract a lot of interest from betting customers as the first game in the division after the international break, with our top betting tip well worth checking out. However, let’s first take a closer look at the two teams, starting with the home side.
Burton Albion Team News & Form
Burton Albion come into the game with just one win in their last five Championship outings, leaving them just a single point above the drop zone in the table. However, their away win at Millwall last time around will have given Clough and his players confidence, with Marvin Sordell scoring the winner. Elsewhere, Burton have an experienced playing squad to call upon, with the likes of Stephen Warnock and Stephen Bywater having both played in the top flight for extended periods. However, it is a lack of goals that has effected Burton so far this season, scoring just 10 from their 16 matches. With the joint-worst defensive record in the division also, it could well be another tough evening’s work for Clough and his players.
Sheffield United Team News & Form
Four wins from their last five Championship encounters have left Sheffield United second in the standings, just two points off leaders Wolves. Manager Wilder has performed miracles so far this season, with his side having won 11 of their 16 matches. Captain Billy Sharp and Leon Clarke have been among United’s best performers so far this season, while goalkeeper Simon Moore has helped his side in having one of the best defensive records around. Clarke scored four second half goals to help Sheffield United to a win over Hull City last time around, with their attacking options set to cause the home side no end of problems next week.
Head to Head
The two teams have met five times in the past, with Burton Albion perhaps surprisingly having the better of such meetings. Clough’s side have won three times against United, drawing once in the process also. With just one win to their name, United will be looking to improve their head-to-head record when they meet again.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Despite being the away team for this Championship clash, it is Sheffield United who are the firm favourites to earn three with the majority of online bookmakers. The visitors can be backed at best odds of 10/11 with Ladbrokes, while the home team are the outsiders at 3 with Ladbrokes.
Top Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on both teams scoring during the 90 minutes, which is available at odds of 5/6 with Ladbrokes.