Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland: Recommended bets

Our betting experts preview the Championship match between Sheffield Utd and Sunderland and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.

Sheffield Utd will be taking on visiting team Sunderland at Bramall Lane in a Championship tie on Wednesday.

Although only separated by a few points, Sunderland will have their work cut out this coming Wednesday. Sheffield Utd are favored to take the Black Cats down for what is surely a must-win match for both teams.

Position in the Championship standings: Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland

According to the Championship table, the difference between the two teams is currently one point and four spots. This round 4 match will certainly influence both teams for the rest of the campaign. Hence, we can not wait to see Sheffield Utd and Sunderland fight for the points in their upcoming clash on Wednesday.

Current form and previous Championship encounters between Sheffield Utd and Sunderland

Sheffield Utd looking for more

It is difficult to point a finger at recent results for Sheffield Utd, as they have performed according to their level. The Blades bounced back from an opening day 1-0 defeat to Watford by beating Millwall 2-0. They later 2-2 against Middlesbrough in their most recent outing.

Sunderland tough to break down

Sunderland go into this encounter hoping to turn a page, as recent performances have been pretty scrappy. That said, the Black Cats are still unbeaten three games into the new season. They’ve drawn twice and won once so far, settling for a 2-2 draw against QPR in their last outing.

Latest encounters between Sheffield Utd and Sunderland

Having ruminated in a lower division for a while Sunderland will face off against Sheffield Utd for the first time in 5 years.

Betting stats and facts for Sheffield Utd and Sunderland

Let’s have a look at some of the most interesting betting-relevant facts based on stats from the last couple of games that Sheffield Utd and Sunderland played across all tournaments.

Players to focus on in Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland

Sander Berge has been the most prolific scorer for the home team recently. Surely, Sheffield Utd will be relying on him to once again shine in their upcoming match. Meanwhile, Sunderland will be looking to Ellis Simms in the hope that he will add more goals to his current total of three goals in his last 6 games.

Match predictions: Sheffield Utd vs Sunderland

To sum up, the upcoming match between Sheffield Utd and Sunderland seems to be a good betting opportunity. Considering the above statements, we have come up with the main prediction for this game but also some alternative ones.