Main prediction: Stoke City to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Stoke City
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The EFL Championship 2026/27 renews a clash that has history. Stoke City and Sheffield United meet again this 19/09 (Saturday), at Bet365 Stadium (The Britannia), at 12:30.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Stoke City have won 3 time(s) and score 1.8 goals per match. Meanwhile, Sheffield United have won 2. Stoke City lead the betting with a 36.76% chance of winning.
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Prediction for Stoke City vs Sheffield United
Double Chance: Stoke City or Draw
Overview Stoke City vs Sheffield United
Stoke City are favourites, with a 36.76% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a The Sheffield United Football Club Limited win are at 2.985 and a draw at 8.
In the EFL Championship, Stoke City have 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 11 goal(s) scored and 11 conceded, having Ethan Stuart William Galbraith as top scorer with 3 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sheffield United have 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 8 goal(s) scored and 9 conceded, and Thomas Cannon as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Stoke City and Sheffield United
In 10 clashes, Sheffield United have the advantage over Stoke City: 6 win(s) against 2 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 29/12/2025, in the EFL Championship, the match score was: Stoke City 1-2 Sheffield United.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Stoke City vs Sheffield United, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Stoke City: current form
Stoke City have played 7 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
See the team's performance in the English Championship 2026/27:
3 win(s), 1 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.43 point(s) per match
11 goals scored (1.57 per match)
Top scorer: Ethan Stuart William Galbraith (3 goal(s))
Sheffield United: current form
Meanwhile, Sheffield United are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the EFL Championship:
2 win(s), 3 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.29 point(s) per match
8 goals scored (1.14 per match)
Top scorer: Thomas Cannon (2 goal(s))
Stoke City vs Sheffield United key players
In the EFL Championship, Ethan Stuart William Galbraith carries Stoke City Football Club Limited's attack with 3 goal(s).
The playmaker is Eric Junior Bocat, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Sorba Thomas has 10 goal(s).
On the other side, Thomas Cannon is the name that frightens the most for The Blades with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Sydie Peck leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Patrick Bamford has accumulated 12 goal(s).
Stoke City vs Sheffield United statistics in the EFL Championship
Stoke City have an average of 9.14 corners and 2.43 cards per match. Sheffield United have 10.57 corners and 1.43 cards. Check the numbers for Stoke City vs Sheffield United below.
Stoke City
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W W L |
2 |
| Home | W W D L W |
2 |
| Away | W D L L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 67% | 25% |
| Goals | 3.14 | 2.67 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.57 | 2 | 1.25 |
| Conceded | 1.57 | 0.67 | 2.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 33% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 67% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 86% | 100% | 75% |
|
xG
|
1.29 | 1.12 | 1.41 |
|
xGA
|
1.62 | 1.35 | 1.82 |
Sheffield United
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L W |
1.2 |
| Home | L L W D L |
0.8 |
| Away | L W D W D |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.43 | 2.5 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.14 | 1 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.29 | 1.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 50% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 43% | 50% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 86% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.04 | 1.03 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.7 | 1.97 |
More tips for Stoke City vs Sheffield United
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Correct score prediction for Stoke City vs Sheffield United
The favoritism in the odds points to Stoke City. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Stoke City 1-0 Sheffield United. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Stoke City vs Sheffield United
Check out where to watch the live match between Sheffield United and Stoke City:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Stoke City and Sheffield United
The line-ups for Stoke City 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.
Stoke City Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Viktor Johansson
Goalkeeper
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2
Ben Johnson
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5
Luke Graham
Defender
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7
Jack McGlynn
Midfielder
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8
Ethan Galbraith
Midfielder
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11
Lamine Cisse
Forward
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13
Justin Devenny
Midfielder
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16
Ben Wilmot
Defender
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17
Eric Junior Bocat
Defender
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27
Djibril Soumaré
Midfielder
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40
Maksym Talovierov
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
The Sheffield United Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Michael Cooper
Goalkeeper
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2
Matt Doherty
Defender
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4
Ollie Arblaster
Midfielder
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5
Japhet Tanganga
Defender
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7
Joe Rothwell
Midfielder
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9
Thomas Cannon
Forward
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11
Romelle Donovan
Forward
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23
Tyrese Campbell
Forward
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25
Mark McGuinness
Defender
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30
Rhys Norrington-Davies
Defender
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44
Jaïro Riedewald
Midfielder
The Sheffield United starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Stoke City vs Sheffield United
Match: Stoke City vs Sheffield United
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 19/09/2026
Time: 12:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Bet365 Stadium (The Britannia)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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