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Oxford vs Sheff United Prediction – Championship
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Here you find the best prediction for Oxford vs Sheff United for the Championship, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Oxford and Sheff United.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Oxford and Sheff United
The best prediction for Oxford vs Sheff United in the Championship is that both teams will score. Although an away victory is anticipated, Oxford United will need to respond to their current inconsistency. Thus, an intense match is expected, with both teams creating several scoring chances and delivering an exciting offensive display.
The best prediction for Oxford vs Sheff United
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)
Will both teams score? Yes
Match preview: Oxford vs Sheff United
Oxford and Sheff United face off at The Kassam Stadium for the 40th round of the Championship. The last encounter in this season’s league saw Sheffield United triumph at home with a score of (3‑0) on 26‑11‑2024. The home advantage may be key in this match, as both teams exhibit notable disparities in their home and away results.
Team analysis: Oxford
After 10 wins, 12 draws, and 17 losses, the home side sits in 19th position with 42 points. In their last outing, they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Middlesbrough, following a previous home win against Watford, where they secured a 1-0 victory. The team tends to perform better in home matches, with their last 30 games revealing 1 victory, 5 draws, and 9 losses as visitors, having netted 7 goals and conceded 23. In stark contrast, at home, they have achieved 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, with 21 goals scored and 24 conceded. In their recent 10 home games in the Championship, Oxford has managed 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 17 points from a possible 30. Notably, the most frequent half-time score at home has been 0-0 (7 out of 19 games). Defensive solidity continues to be a concern, as they have conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 Championship matches. In the 39 games played thus far, they succeeded in overturning the scoreline in only 2 of the 18 matches in which they conceded the first goal.
Oxford United enters this match following a lacklustre 2-1 defeat. Their sole goal away at Middlesbrough was scored by Michal Helik. The home team typically employs a 5-3-2 tactical formation, relying on Przemyslaw Placheta and Mark Harris as key offensive players. Will Vaulks orchestrates the midfield, playing an essential role in their attacking transitions. Coach Gary Rowett will be without the services of Joe Bennett, Greg Leigh, Tom Bradshaw, and Elliott Moore due to injury concerns.
Team analysis: Sheff United
With 26 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses, the visitors currently lead the table with 83 points. In their latest match, they secured victory over Coventry City at home with a score of 3-1, following an away win against Sheffield Wednesday by 1-0. Interestingly, this team has recently shown greater strength in away matches; from their last 30 games, they registered 10 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses as visitors, compared to 9 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses at home. In their last 10 Championship away fixtures, Sheff United boasts an impressive record of 8 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, earning 25 points from the possible 30.
In this competition, they are on a streak of 6 successive wins away. Their attacks have been consistently effective, having scored at least once in each of their last 10 Championship games. Out of 39 games played in this season, they have only managed to recover the scoreline in 2 instances from the 10 matches where they conceded first. Of note, in the last 19 away games in this competition, they conceded 5 of their 14 goals in the timeframe of 16′ to 30′.
Sheffield United heads into this matchup following a 3-1 victory against Coventry City, where goals came from Gustavo Hamer, Tyrese Campbell, and Rhian Brewster. The visiting side typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, with Rhian Brewster, Ben Brereton Díaz, and Tyrese Campbell leading the attack. Hamza Choudhury orchestrates the midfield, being crucial for their attacking maneuvers. However, the squad will miss Rob Holding, Jamie Shackleton, and Oliver Arblaster due to injuries.
The best prediction for Oxford vs Sheff United
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)
Will both teams score? Yes
