Main prediction: under 1.5 goals
Alternative tip: double chance Sheffield United
Other market: over 10.5 corners
This 01/09 (Tuesday), Sheffield United and Bolton Wanderers return to action in the EFL Championship 2026/27. The match will be at Bramall Lane (Beautiful Downtown Bramall Lane), at 19:45.
Sheffield United arrive for this match with 2 win(s) in their last 5 matches across all competitions. Bolton Wanderers have won 2 time(s). Sheffield United have a 57% chance of winning according to the bookies.
The competition is starting to take shape. Follow the prediction for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers and find out how to bet, where to watch and the probable line-ups.
Prediction for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Under 1.5 Goals
Overview Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Sheffield United are favourites, with odds of 1.75 and a 57% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards The Sheffield United Football Club Limited, with 4 win(s) against 3 for Bolton Wanderers. The odds for a Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited win are 5.8 and a draw is 4.3.
In the EFL Championship, Sheffield United have 0 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 0 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded. The top scorer is Michael Cooper, with 0 goal(s). On the other side, Bolton Wanderers have 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded. Samuel George Dalby is the top scorer with 1 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Sheffield United and Bolton Wanderers
In 7 clashes, Sheffield United have the advantage over Bolton Wanderers: 4 win(s) against 3 and 0 draw(s). The most recent was on 02/02/2019, in the EFL Championship. Sheffield United won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
Check out all the predictions for the EFL Championship and see all the analysis before you bet.
Sheffield United: current form
Sheffield United have played only 2 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).
In the English Championship the situation is this:
0 win(s), 2 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Michael Cooper (0 goal(s))
Bolton Wanderers: current form
Meanwhile, Bolton Wanderers have played only 2 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Samuel George Dalby (1 goal(s))
Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers key players
Sheffield United have not yet scored in the EFL Championship.
But in the season, Patrick Bamford already has 12 goal(s) on their record.
On the other side, Samuel George Dalby is the name that frightens the most for The Trotters with 1 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, John Mcatee leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Mason Burstow has accumulated 12 goal(s).
Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers statistics in the EFL Championship
Few matches into the league yet. Sheffield United have an average of 9.5 corners and 1 cards per match. Bolton Wanderers have 9 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers in the table below.
Sheffield United
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W D D W |
1.8 |
| Home | D L L W D |
1 |
| Away | D W D W W |
2.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 1.33 | 0 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 0 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.67 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.9 | 0.55 | 1.08 |
|
xGA
|
1.71 | 1.19 | 1.97 |
Bolton Wanderers
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W L W |
1.4 |
| Home | L W W W L |
1.8 |
| Away | D L W D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 1.33 | 2 | 0 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 1 | 0 |
| Conceded | 0.67 | 1 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 0% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 50% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.43 | 2 | 0.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 0.96 | 2.39 |
More tips for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers in the EFL Championship:
Correct score prediction for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Both teams rarely concede goals. Sheffield United hold the advantage in the odds in a clash that tends to be tight. Correct result: Sheffield United 1-0 Bolton Wanderers. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Check out where to watch the live match between Bolton Wanderers and Sheffield United:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Sheffield United and Bolton Wanderers
The line-ups for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers 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 Sheffield United Football Club Limited line-up
-
1
Michael Cooper
Goalkeeper
-
3
Sam McCallum
-
5
Japhet Tanganga
Defender
-
7
Joe Rothwell
Midfielder
-
9
Thomas Cannon
Forward
-
10
Callum O'Hare
Midfielder
-
11
Romelle Donovan
Forward
-
25
Mark McGuinness
Defender
-
33
Jamal Baptiste
Defender
-
42
Sydie Peck
Midfielder
-
45
Patrick Bamford
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited line-up
-
1
Jack Bonham
Goalkeeper
-
3
Chris Forino-Joseph
Defender
-
5
Lewis Brunt
Defender
-
8
Josh Sheehan
Midfielder
-
10
Samuel George Dalby
Forward
-
11
Thierry Gale
Forward
-
14
Akin Famewo
Defender
-
16
Samuel Iling
Forward
-
21
Ethan Erhahon
Midfielder
-
25
Max Conway
Defender
-
45
John Mcatee
Forward
The Bolton Wanderers starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Match: Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 01/09/2026
Time: 19:45 (Brasília time)
Venue: Bramall Lane (Beautiful Downtown Bramall Lane)
Broadcast: none scheduled
Check out all today's football predictions and follow the best analysis before betting.
Sports betting is entertainment. Set your limits, play responsibly and never bet more than you can afford to lose. If the game is no longer fun, seek out Gamblers Anonymous right away.
Sports betting analyst with over ten years of experience in football analysis, match statistics and betting markets.