Manager-less Leeds travel to Sheffield United in search of 3 crucial points as they look to arrest their slide down the table whilst United have dropped out of the play-off picture following a poor run of form. With Yorkshire pride at stake, this promises to be a fiery local derby between two passionately supported sides.
Sky Bet Championship – Sheffield United v Leeds United – Bramall Lane -Saturday 10th February 2018 – Kick-off: 12:30 UK Time
|
Draw Best Odd of: 23/10 at Unibet |
|
Sheffield United
Leeds UnitedSheffield United
The Blades have made a comfortable return to the Championship and Chris Wilder’s men currently sit in 8th place in the table – 5 points outside of the play-off places. United have lost their last 2 matches in the Championship and need to start picking up points quickly if they are to sustain a promotion push. Leon Clarke has rolled back the years for United this season – notching 15 goals in all competitions this term.
Leeds United
The Whites currently sit 10th in the Championship – 7 points behind Bristol City in the final play-off place, with a return of 44 points from their opening 30 league games. Their 4-1 thumping at Cardiff last time out cost Thomas Christensen his job and Paul Heckingbottom has been primed to replace the Dane at Elland Road. Kemar Roofe has been a revelation in Yorkshire this season – notching 11 goals in all competitions.
Head to Head
Leeds United edge the head to head between the local rivals with a 29:27 lead over Sheffield United whilst another 23 games between the teams have ended as draws. Sheffield United stole the spoils at Elland Road earlier in the season with a 2-1 win thanks to goals from Billy Sharp and David Brooks.
Sheffield United v Leeds United – Betting Odds and Predictions
There is no love lost between these sides and Leeds have struggled with indiscipline this season.
A red card in the match is a distinct possibility at 3/1 with Coral.
Both sides have struggled in recent weeks could end up cancelling each other out in this big game.
The match to finish as a draw represents great value at 23/10 with Unibet.
Leon Clarke has been in sensational form for the Blades this season – 15 goals this campaign.
Leon Clarke to score anytime is an excellent price at 7/5 with Unibet.
This should be a very cagey affair between two teams low on confidence – playing for local pride.
Under 2.5 goals in the game looks a great bet at 8/11 with Betfair.
Score Prediction
Sheffield United 1 – 1 Leeds United – 6/1 with Bet Victor.
Top Betting Tip Sheffield United v Leeds United
This is sure to be an entertaining game and the hostile atmosphere at Bramall Lane will add to intrigue around the game. The match to end as a draw and both teams to score looks a super punt at 19/5 with Coral.