Sheffield United, currently at the bottom of the Premier League table and nine points away from safety, face Brentford on 13th April.
Match Preview
The Blades might deliver a solid defensive performance against Brentford at the GTech Stadium.
Earlier this season at Bramall Lane, Sheffield United secured a 1-0 victory over Brentford, with James McAtee’s first-half goal proving decisive.
This win against Brentford was one of Sheffield United’s three victories in the league this season. However, their defense has been a significant concern, conceding 82 goals so far.
Thomas Frank’s Brentford has not translated their performances into results, currently standing 16th in the standings, just four points above the relegation zone.
Saturday’s match holds significant importance in the relegation battle. Brentford has failed to secure a win in their last six league games, with only seven wins throughout the Premier League season.
Although Brentford has managed four wins at the GTech Stadium, they have been outscored 30-25 in home matches.
Their last three matches at the GTech ended in draws, with only three goals scored in those games.
One of Sheffield United’s three wins this season came away from home, where they scored a league-low 13 goals.
However, they conceded the second-most goals away from home this season (35).
Team News & Updates:
Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa are the top scorers for Brentford this season, each with eight goals.
Despite Ivan Toney’s return to the team from suspension in January, he has only managed to score four goals.
Oliver McBurnie leads Sheffield United in goal scoring with six goals this season. However, Sheffield United not only has the league’s weakest defense but also the least productive attack.
With just 30 goals scored in their opening 31 games, Sheffield United’s offensive struggles are evident. They managed to secure a point last weekend against Chelsea in a 2-2 draw.
Sheffield United ranks second in the Premier League in yellow cards with 88 and has received four red cards, placing them third in the division.
Prediction & Analysis:
As both teams vie for crucial points in their respective battles, a closely contested encounter is expected at the GTech Stadium.
Despite Sheffield United’s defensive resilience, Brentford’s attacking threat could prove pivotal.
Our prediction leans towards a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing the spoils in what promises to be a fiercely contested affair.
- Brentford 1-1 Sheffield United