Sheffield United vs Sunderland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 24 May 2025

It's time for the richest game in football when Sheffield United clash with Sunderland in the Championship play-off final at Wembley.

If you agree with our verdict that United are going to beat Sunderland, consider backing them at -163 on the Asian Handicap 0.0. There’s money back if the game finishes level.

Sheffield United last game was a 3-0 home triumph. This victory over Bristol City at Bramall Lane made it back-to-back wins. The Blades had 44% possession and totalled three shots on target, while Kieffer Moore, Gustavo Hamer and Callum O'Hare scored one goal apiece.

Sunderland drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Stadium of Light ended 1-1 in extra time against Coventry City. The Wearside team had four shots on goal and 41% possession, with Daniel Ballard on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Sunderland claim a 2-1 home win over United at Stadium of Light. The past 5 meetings between these teams have seen three United wins and two Sunderland triumphs.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
13	Sheffield Utd	35	15	3	17	50	48	2	50:48	48

5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.6 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 9.5 attempts. United have had 55.1% possession and 6.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.8 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 5.6 attempts, while being awarded 3.3 corners.

Gustavo Hamer leads the way with 3 goals, with Callum O'Hare and Andre Brooks getting 2 apiece. Harrison Burrows is top assists maker with 3, while goalkeeper Michael Cooper has kept 2 clean sheets.

Sunderland have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, with an average of 0.6 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 6.7 attempts. The Black Cats have averaged 45.7% possession, 6.0 corners awarded and 4.3 corners against, while they’ve conceded 0.9 goals from 2.9 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts.

Eliezer Mayenda and Trai Hume have top scored with 2, while Daniel Ballard is next on 1. Enzo Le Fee has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Sheffield United confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Michael Cooper (GK), Hamza Choudhury, Anel Ahmedhodzic, Jack Robinson, Harrison Burrows, Rhian Brewster, Sydie Peck, Vini Souza, Gustavo Hamer, Kieffer Moore, Tyrese Campbell.

Sunderland confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Anthony Patterson (GK), Trai Hume, Daniel Ballard, Luke O'Nien, Dennis Cirkin, Chris Rigg, Daniel Neil, Jobe Bellingham, Romaine Mundle, Enzo Le Fee, Eliezer Mayenda.

Sheffield United vs Sunderland Prediction & Betting Tips

Sheffield United look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap 0.0. This Championship bet stands out at -163, with our selection expected to perform well in this game based on the available stats.

Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the form guide are important duties ahead of making football predictions. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can be effective.

Key Sheffield United vs Sunderland league stats:

• The -0.25 line has been covered by United in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by United in 12 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by United in 2 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sunderland in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sunderland in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by United in 3 of their last 5 games against Sunderland.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 61.9% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

Wanting bigger odds when it comes to your pick? With the line being moved, you can secure a larger price although the wager is a more risky one.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Sheffield United 1 - 0 Sunderland

You can secure odds of +480 that Sheffield United are able to land a 1-0 victory. Correct score betting can provide plenty of fun and it’s a way of landing bigger odds.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Wilson Isidor Over 0.5 Shots On Target -132

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland) has had one or more shots on goal in one of his past five Championship away games. In our opinion, there is value when it comes to him covering the Shots on Target line, with betting odds of -132 now available.

Latest Wilson Isidor Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+310

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-130

Shots

Over 2.5

+114

Under 2.5

-

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Andre Brooks to Score +460

Andre Brooks (United) has managed two goals in his past four Championship games. It’s worth a gamble on the +460 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.

Latest Andre Brooks Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+500

First

+1050

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-455

Shots

Over 0.5

-278

Under 0.5

-

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Corners Prediction

Sheffield United To Have Most Corners -105

Over the past seven home games, United have won the Corner Match Bet every time, while Sunderland have lost the same wager in their previous two matches. United should be capable of winning this Corner Match Bet and the odds of -105 look value.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Sheffield United

Total

10.20 6.90 3.30

Home

10.50 6.90 3.60

Away

8.10 4.20 3.90

Sunderland

Total

10.30 6.00 4.30

Home

9.40 6.70 2.70

Away

9.90 4.10 5.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-139

Under 9.5

-102

Sheffield United Corners

Over 4.5

-150

Under 4.5

+110

Sunderland Corners

Over 4.5

-120

Under 4.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-119

X

+540

2

+117

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Sheffield United vs Sunderland Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The latest Full-Time Result betting odds show that Sheffield United are +132 for a Championship victory, while Sunderland are +245. The draw is trading at +190 should you think the game will end all square.

If you fancy United to be leading at the interval, then you can secure odds of +200. Alternatively, there’s the chance to wager on Sunderland at +295 on the Half-Time Result, with the draw trading at -106.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. A viable alternative is betting the BTTS market and opting for the -154 about Both Teams to Score No.

Hundreds of markets are made available when it comes to Championship matches, with the recommended football betting sites leaving no stone unturned in terms of available options.

Full-Time Result

1

+132

X

+190

2

+245

Half-Time Result

1

+200

X

-106

2

+295

Double Chance

1X

-357

12

-270

X2

-179

Draw No Bet

1

-179

2

+128

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-105

2 Hcp +0.25

-119

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-217

Over 2.5

+165

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+110

No

-154

Tyrese Campbell is priced at +410 when it comes to First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite, while he’s also available at odds of +225 to find the net anytime.

Tyrese Campbell (United)

First

+225

Anytime

+410

Kieffer Moore (United)

First

+255

Anytime

+460

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)

First

+310

Anytime

+650

Thomas Cannon (United)

First

+340

Anytime

+700

Gustavo Hamer (United)

First

+400

Anytime

+800

Eliezer Mayenda (Sunderland)

First

+410

Anytime

+850

Andre Brooks (United)

First

+500

Anytime

+1050

Rhian Brewster (United)

First

+550

Anytime

+1050

Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Christopher Rigg (Sunderland)

First

+650

Anytime

+1200

Patrick Roberts (Sunderland)

First

+650

Anytime

+1300

Enzo Le Fée (Sunderland)

First

+650

Anytime

+1200

Harrison Burrows (United)

First

+800

Anytime

+1600

Dennis Cirkin (Sunderland)

First

+900

Anytime

+1700

Sydie Peck (United)

First

+900

Anytime

+1700

Callum O'Hare (United)

First

+950

Anytime

+1800

Dan Neil (Sunderland)

First

+950

Anytime

+1900

Daniel Ballard (Sunderland)

First

+1150

Anytime

+2200

Tyrese Campbell (United)

Over 0.5

-185

Under 0.5

+108

Kieffer Moore (United)

Over 0.5

-143

Under 0.5

-119

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-130

Eliezer Mayenda (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

-128

Under 0.5

-132

Thomas Cannon (United)

Over 0.5

-108

Under 0.5

-159

Gustavo Hamer (United)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-164

Callum O'Hare (United)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-370

Patrick Roberts (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-357

Christopher Rigg (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-357

Enzo Le Fée (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-385

Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-417

Sydie Peck (United)

Over 0.5

+215

Under 0.5

-435

Rhian Brewster (United)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-500

Andre Brooks (United)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-455

Dennis Cirkin (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+295

Under 0.5

-769

Dan Neil (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+295

Under 0.5

-769

Harrison Burrows (United)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-1111

Daniel Ballard (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

+360

Under 0.5

-1111

Tyrese Campbell (United)

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)

Over 2.5

+114

Under 2.5

-

Gustavo Hamer (United)

Over 2.5

+138

Under 2.5

-

Kieffer Moore (United)

Over 2.5

+123

Under 2.5

-

Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)

Over 1.5

+165

Under 1.5

-

Enzo Le Fée (Sunderland)

Over 1.5

+155

Under 1.5

-

Patrick Roberts (Sunderland)

Over 1.5

+160

Under 1.5

-

Christopher Rigg (Sunderland)

Over 1.5

+160

Under 1.5

-

Rhian Brewster (United)

Over 1.5

+163

Under 1.5

-

Eliezer Mayenda (Sunderland)

Over 1.5

-159

Under 1.5

-

Thomas Cannon (United)

Over 1.5

-167

Under 1.5

-

Andre Brooks (United)

Over 0.5

-278

Under 0.5

-

Harrison Burrows (United)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

-

Dennis Cirkin (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

-139

Under 0.5

-

Sydie Peck (United)

Over 0.5

-233

Under 0.5

-

Callum O'Hare (United)

Over 0.5

-222

Under 0.5

-

Dan Neil (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

-118

Under 0.5

-

Daniel Ballard (Sunderland)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-

Sheffield United vs Sunderland Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date United vs Sunderland team news.

We’ve got details of the Championship squads so that you know every player on the roster.

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