What is our Sheffield United vs Derby prediction?
Sheffield United
3 - 0
Derby
Our prediction for this match: Sheffield United 3 - 0 Derby
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Sheffield United will be eager to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Bristol City as they chase a place in the Championship playoff positions. The Blades have been inconsistent this season, but that victory should provide a welcome confidence boost ahead of Friday’s encounter. Midfielder Hamza Choudhury returns from suspension, giving the hosts another option in the middle of the park. Sheffield United have won 50% of their recent home matches, scoring 1.75 goals per game at Bramall Lane.
Derby County, meanwhile, are desperate to climb out of the relegation zone after suffering back-to-back defeats to Queens Park Rangers and Stoke City. The Rams have struggled to collect points, winning just once in their last 10 matches across all competitions, and their defensive vulnerabilities remain a concern. Lewis Travis picked up an injury at the weekend, potentially opening the door for Rhian Brewster to return to the starting XI. Derby have conceded 2.00 goals per away game in their recent outings.
The Blades have won 11 of their 18 previous meetings with the Rams, while Derby have managed only one victory in their last 10 matches overall. Taking everything into account, Home Win should be considered, alongside Over 1.5 goals and Sheffield United Over 1.5 goals.
This Championship match will be played on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 12:30.
- League
- Championship
- Kick-off
- Sat 24 Oct 2026, 12:30UK time
Sheffield United vs Derby Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Match result | ||
| Correct Score: Sheffield United 3-0 Derby | 14/1 | |
| Double Chance: 12 | 2/7 | |
| Draw No Bet: Sheff Utd | 3/10 | |
| Half Time/Full Time: Sheff Utd / Sheff Utd | 7/4 | |
| Asian Handicap: Sheff Utd -0.5 | 29/40 | |
| European Handicap: Sheff Utd +1 | 1/5 | |
| Player bets | ||
| Anytime Goalscorer: Patrick Bamford | 6/4 | |
| First Goalscorer: Patrick Bamford | 5/1 | |
| To be Booked: Eiran Cashin | 11/8 | |
| Goals | ||
| Both Teams to Score: No | 11/10 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals | 2/9 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals | 8/11 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals | 4/9 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals | 1/6 | |
| Sheff Utd Clean Sheet: Yes | 13/8 | |
| Corners | ||
| Total Corners: 9 - 11 | 13/8 | |
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View OfferSheffield United Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwlwlllwlw | 1.30 |
| Home | wllw | 1.50 |
| Away | dwlllw | 1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.00 | 3.25 | 2.83 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 1.75 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
| BTTS | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Expected Goals | 1.15 | 1.19 | 1.12 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.79 | 1.74 | 1.83 |
Derby Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dlwlllddll | 0.60 |
| Home | dllldl | 0.33 |
| Away | wldl | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 2.33 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 0.67 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 1.67 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.47 | 1.59 | 1.29 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.58 | 1.61 | 1.55 |
Sheffield United vs Derby Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Sheffield United (61%)
18 Matches
Derby (28%)
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