Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 08/09

Main prediction: Sheffield United to win in regular time

Alternative tip: double chance Sheffield United

Other market: over 10.5 corners

A clash with history. Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 08/09, at Ewood Park, at 19:45.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Blackburn Rovers have won 1 time(s). Sheffield United have won 2. Sheffield United have a 40.49% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.

Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United in the EFL Championship 2026/27.

Prediction for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Overview Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Sheffield United go in as favourites, with odds of 2.47 and a 40.49% chance of winning. The track record reinforces this, with 9 win(s) for The Sheffield United Football Club Limited against 9 for The Blackburn Rovers Football and Athletic Limited. The odds for a home win are {team_a_odds} and a draw is {draw_odds}.

In the English Championship, Blackburn Rovers have accumulated 1 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 6 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded. Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen leads the scoring chart with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sheffield United have accumulated 1 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 6 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded, with Patrick Bamford as top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United

In 13 clashes, Sheffield United have the advantage over Blackburn Rovers: 9 win(s) against 3 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 25/08/2026, in the EFL Cup, the match score was: Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Sheffield United.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Blackburn Rovers: current form

Blackburn Rovers are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.

See the numbers in the EFL Championship 2026/27:

1 win(s), 2 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)

Performance: 1 point(s) per match

6 goals scored (1.2 per match)

Top scorer: Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen (2 goal(s))

Sheffield United: current form

For the visitors, Sheffield United have played 5 match(es) in the English Championship.

See their performance:

• 1 win(s), 3 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

• Performance: 1.2 point(s) per match

• 6 goals scored (1.2 per match)

• Top scorer: Patrick Bamford (2 goal(s))

Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United key players

In the EFL Championship, Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen carries The Blackburn Rovers Football and Athletic Limited's attack with 2 goal(s).

The playmaker is Oladapo Afolayan, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Yuki Ohashi has 10 goal(s).

On the other side, Patrick Bamford is the name that frightens the most for The Blades with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.

In terms of playmaking, Sam McCallum leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Patrick Bamford has accumulated 12 goal(s).

Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United statistics in the EFL Championship

Blackburn Rovers have an average of 10.8 corners and 3.2 cards per match. Meanwhile, Sheffield United have 11 corners and 1.2 cards. See the numbers for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United in the table below.

Blackburn Rovers

Home

LDLLW

VS

Sheffield United

Away

LWDWD

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1
  PPG
  1.20
• 20%
  Wins
  20%
• 20%
  First to Score
  0%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.20
  Scored/game
  1.20
• 1.40
  Conceded/game
  1.40
• 1.17
  xG
  1.07
• 1.70
  xGA
  1.82

Trends

• 80%
  Both Score
  60%
• 20%
  Clean Sheet
  40%
• 20%
  Failed to Score
  40%

More tips for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

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Correct score prediction for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Sheffield United are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Blackburn Rovers 0-1 Sheffield United. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.

Where to watch Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Check out where to watch the live match between Sheffield United and Blackburn Rovers:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United

The line-ups for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

The Blackburn Rovers Football and Athletic Limited line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

The Sheffield United Football Club Limited line-up

The Sheffield United starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Match: Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United

Tournament: English Championship 2026/27

Date: 08/09/2026

Time: 19:45 (Brasília time)

Venue: Ewood Park

Broadcast: none scheduled

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