Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – News and Probable Lineups

Sheffield United is set to host West Bromwich Albion at Bramall Lane this Saturday afternoon, aiming for back-to-back victories in the Championship. The Blades secured an impressive away win against Queens Park Rangers last time out, while West Brom continues to struggle in what has become a challenging season for the Midlands club.

Sheffield United is currently on a path towards mediocrity in the Championship, likely finishing midtable this season for the first time since the 2000s, barring an unexpected turnaround.

However, under Chris Wilder’s guidance, the team is among the form sides in the league, having gained nine points from their last four matches including a notable win at Loftus Road.

Attacking midfielder Callum O’Hare scored his ninth goal of the season last time out, enjoying his most prolific campaign to date, and is eager for a chance to showcase his skills in the Premier League.

Despite his impressive form, O’Hare is unlikely to feature at Bramall Lane soon, given that Sheffield United is positioned 13th in the Championship, a hefty nine points adrift of the playoff spots.

The Blades aim to rectify their home record, having lost two of the last three outings at Bramall Lane. They take on a West Brom side that has not managed to win in their last four visits to this venue (1 draw, 3 losses).

With just over 10 matches to play in the 2025-26 Championship season, West Bromwich Albion, historically a Premier League side, is at risk of being relegated to the third tier for only the second time in their distinguished history.

The Baggies experienced further disappointment following the recent nine-match tenure of Eric Ramsay, as they suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Oxford United, thanks to goals from Stanley Mills and former player Will Lankshear.

West Brom has not won in 11 matches in the second tier, which dates back to the time of Ryan Mason on December 29. They sit precariously above the relegation zone in 21st place, just ahead of a Leicester City side that has faced point deductions.

After discussions with managers like Slaven Bilic and Darren Moore, the club has entrusted legend James Morrison and Matt Gill to guide the team for the remainder of the season.

Morrison, who may not be favored in the dressing room after publicly criticizing Max O’Leary and Krystian Bielik following their performances in the recent match, has been given this interim role.

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Kalvin Phillips of Sheffield United is serving a suspension after receiving a straight red card in the Sheffield Wednesday derby last month and will not play this weekend.

Meanwhile, Tom Davies, with experience in the Premier League from his time at Everton, is currently nursing a hamstring injury.

West Brom’s situation worsened in Oxford last Saturday, as star winger Mikey Johnston sustained a stress fracture in his leg, leaving his availability uncertain for the remaining matches.

19-year-old Oliver Bostock may take his place on the left wing at Bramall Lane.

Furthermore, the Baggies’ attacking options are diminished with the absence of Karlan Grant due to a hamstring issue.

Sheffield United probable starting XI:

Davies; Hoever, Tanganga, Bindon, Burrows; Chong, Peck, Riedewald, O’Hare; Cannon, Campbell

West Bromwich Albion probable starting XI:

O’Leary; Campbell, Bielik, Taylor, Styles; Molumby, Mowatt, Wallace, Price, Bostock; Heggebo

Sheffield United, with four victories in their last six Championship fixtures, will be optimistic about claiming another win against West Brom, who are in freefall towards League One. The Baggies’ chances of survival appear slim as they face a challenging match at Bramall Lane this weekend.