Middlesbrough - Sheffield United predictions

With bookies pricing a home win at 2.20, it’s clear the match may yet go either way. The hosts have a distinct advantage, of course, but both a draw and an away win are quite possible outcomes.

With the betting odds being what they are, this match could still go either way. Still, the fact that Sheffield United are generally the weaker team makes this match an uphill battle for them.

Middlesbrough will be brimming with confidence following their Norwich City away win in the last round of the Championship. Betting odds available at most top bookmakers had predicted a tight game and they were right. The Boro managed to get a first-half lead and steer the result forward much to their fans’ excitement.

A 0:1 defeat is not what Sheffield United fans thought would happen last time out in the Championship. And still, their highly favoured team failed to do anything more than losing on a single-goal margin to a complete underdog (0:1).

Middlesbrough have a reputation for consistently scoring high, especially in the past few matches. Records show more than 5 goals scored in total over their previous 3 outings, which is a fairly strong result.

The away team’s defensive record is slipping. They’ve conceded more than 5 times in their previous 3 Championship engagements. This, at least, points to this match as a decent choice for something like an Over 5 Goals bet.

The Boro were soundly defeated by Sheffield United last season, and the 2+ goal difference was nothing to scoff at. However, they’re seen as the favourites this time around, so the balance of power has changed quite a bit.

Both teams will be able to field their strongest lineups this Saturday, with no injuries or suspensions to worry about.

If you’re feeling confident, a Draw/Home wager in the Half Time/Full Time market is the way to go. It’s a fairly risky move, but likely the best way to get some value out of the match this Saturday.