Saturday’s Premier League clash at Bramall Lane will witness Sheffield United taking on Bournemouth in a crucial basement battle.
The Blades head into the game following a 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion, while Bournemouth claimed a significant 2-0 victory over Newcastle United before the international break.
Match Preview
Sheffield United, after a controversial win against Wolverhampton Wanderers and a well-fought draw against Brighton, aim to capitalize on their recent form.
They sit 18th in the table and hope to climb above the relegation zone with a favorable result against Bournemouth.
The Blades have yet to secure a clean sheet this season and are keen to improve defensively. On the other hand, Bournemouth heads into this match with a four-point lead over the relegation zone.
They secured a convincing win against Newcastle but struggle when playing away, failing to win in their last seven away games in the league.
While Bournemouth has faced difficulties on the road, they have managed favorable results against Sheffield United in recent meetings, including a 0-0 draw at Bramall Lane and a 2-1 win on the South Coast.
Recent Form
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Team News
Sheffield United faces injury concerns with Vinicius Souza, James McAtee, and Jayden Bogle needing substitutions due to various issues in their last game.
Oli McBurnie and Anel Ahmedhodzic are ready to return, while several players remain sidelined, including Chris Basham, Rhian Brewster, Rhys Norrington-Davies, John Egan, Tom Davies, and Daniel Jebbison.
Bournemouth’s Max Aarons sustained a hamstring injury and faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Philip Billing is fit again and expected to feature, while they continue to miss Tyler Adams, Alex Scott, Emiliano Marcondes, Darren Randolph, and Ryan Fredericks.
Possible Lineups
Sheffield United possible starting lineup:(3-4-2-1)
Foderingham;
Baldock, Trusty, Ahmedhodzic;
Bogle, Souza, Norwood, Thomas;
McAtee, Hamer;
Archer
Bournemouth possible starting lineup:(4-2-3-1)
Neto;
Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kerkez;
Christie, Cook;
Semenyo, Billing, Tavernier;
Solanke
Prediction: Sheffield United 1-1 Bournemouth
Both Sheffield United and Bournemouth have struggled defensively, suggesting a likelihood of goals in the game.
However, the recent break might disrupt their momentum, leading to a low-scoring draw.