Middlesbrough vs Sheffield United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 23 Oct 2024

Under 2.5 Goals Looks the Best Betting Angle

We’re confident that there will be a low goal count when Middlesbrough and Sheffield United meet. The Total Goals market offers us the chance to bet on Under 2.5 and the odds of -110 look really appealing.

3-1 Boro Triumph in Previous H2H

Middlesbrough have been defeated in back-to-back games, most recently suffering a 2-0 home loss to Bristol City at Riverside Stadium. Michael Carrick's team dominated possession with 67% of the ball and had three shots on target.

Sheffield United lost their previous game. Away from home, they suffered a 2-0 defeat against Leeds United at Elland Road. The Blades were restricted to 46% possession and didn’t have any shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at Bramall Lane, with Middlesbrough claiming the win. Beating Sheffield United by a 3-1 scoreline. Over the past 5 H2H meetings, there has been one draw and two wins for each team.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Middlesbrough	4	4	0	0	7	1	6	7:1	12
24	Sheffield Utd	4	0	0	4	1	7	-6	1:7	0

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4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 12.7 attempts. Middlesbrough have had 56.8% possession and 7.1 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.9 goals from 2.3 shots on goal and 5.9 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 3.7 corners.

The three top scorers are Hayden Hackney, Tommy Conway and Matthew Clarke, with these players all scoring 2 goals. The leading assistors have been Riley McGree and Finn Azaz with 2.

United have won 6, lost 1 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.2 goals from 8.3 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 49.0% possession, 5.9 corners awarded and 6.9 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 0.5 goals from 5.6 attempts and 2.2 shots on goal.

The leading scorer has been Gustavo Hamer with 4, while Jesurun Rak-Sakyi and Ollie Arblaster have 2. Callum O'Hare and Andre Brooks have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Seny Dieng (GK), Luke Ayling, Rav van den Berg, George Edmundson, Neto Borges, Aidan Morris, Hayden Hackney, Ben Gannon Doak, Finn Azaz, Riley McGree, Tommy Conway.

Sheffield United confirmed lineup (4-4-1-1): Michael Cooper (GK), Alfie Gilchrist, Harry Souttar, Anel Ahmedhodzic, Sam McCallum, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Ollie Arblaster, Sydie Peck, Rhian Brewster, Callum O'Hare, Kieffer Moore.

Middlesbrough vs Sheffield United Prediction & Betting Tips

We can’t pass up the chance to wager Under 2.5 for this Championship clash. This bet offers us the chance to take odds of -110 and we think a return could definitely be on the cards.

Injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the latest form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.

Key Middlesbrough vs Sheffield United league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Middlesbrough games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Middlesbrough games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Middlesbrough games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in any of the last 5 Sheffield Utd games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 Sheffield Utd games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 Sheffield Utd games.

Under 2.5 Probability

The bookies are estimating that there is a 52.4% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

For those searching for a larger price, a possible option could be backing Under 1.5 Goals. This is a wager that will land a return for a 0-0 draw or a 1-0 victory to either side.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Middlesbrough 1 - 1 Sheffield United

One bet that has caught our eye is a 1-1 correct score draw. This selection is available at +525 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Middlesbrough vs Sheffield United Odds

The bookies betting odds have Middlesbrough as +102 favourites for this Championship clash, implying that they are 50% likely to win the match. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Sheffield United are available at +255.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price.

The Draw No Bet market is popular for Championship matches, with the football betting sites offering Middlesbrough at -204 and Sheffield United are priced at +155 for the win.

Full-Time Result

1

+102

X

+250

2

+255

Half-Time Result

1

+160

X

+120

2

+285

Double Chance

1X

-370

12

-357

X2

-137

Draw No Bet

1

-204

2

+155

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-100

2 Hcp +0.5

-128

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-114

Over 2.5

-109

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-135

No

-103

Middlesbrough vs Sheffield United Lineups & Team News

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