Sheffield United
- Since Chris Wilder’s reappointment in September 2025, Sheffield United have rediscovered a pragmatic aggression that is perfect for this division.
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This run has seen the hosts sit 19th in the Championship table with just 26 points after 23 games, though they did beat Birmingham City 3-0 in their most recent home game.
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Recent form:
- Sheffield United are unbeaten in their last 3 home games (W2, D1).
- Their league form reads: W2, D1, L2.
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Recent form:
Leicester City
- Martí Cifuentes is slowly implementing a new, more modern brand of football at Leicester City since taking over in July, one that focuses on possession, high pressing, and patient build-up play.
- In their first 5 games since Cifuentes took charge, the Foxes have shown both the positives and negatives of this newfound style, winning 2, drawing 1 and losing 2.
- Leicester City have won 4, drawn 3 and lost 5 of their 12 away games this season, averaging just 1.42 goals per game on their travels, totaling just 17 goals.
Head-to-Head
Sheffield United won 3-2 away from home the last time these two sides met 4 weeks ago in the Championship.
Key Players
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Players to watch:
- Patrick Bamford has been particularly good for Sheffield United of late, scoring 4 of their 11 goals across their last 5 games.
- Jordan James is the top goal scorer for the Foxes in the league this term with 6 goals from 19 appearances, so I’ll back him to be the main attacking focal point.
Betting Insights
- Sheffield United are the slight favorites here at 2.08, Leicester City are 3.45 and the draw is 3.35.
- Both Teams To Score at 1.73 looks a decent price here, considering both of these sides have different styles of football and will be going for it on Thursday.
Prediction
A home game gives Sheffield United the edge, though Leicester can be a tough nut to crack, so I’m expecting a close and competitive game.
