Middlesbrough FC will face Sheffield United in a Championship clash at the Riverside on Wednesday, 23 October 2024, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00. Both teams will be looking to improve their form after recent defeats. Middlesbrough suffered a 2-0 loss to Bristol City, while Sheffield United were beaten 2-0 by Leeds United.
Where and how to watch Middlesbrough FC vs Sheffield United live
In the United Kingdom, the match between Middlesbrough FC and Sheffield United can be watched on Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports Main Event, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Additionally, it is available for streaming on the bookmaker platform bet365.
Predictions for the Middlesbrough FC vs Sheffield United match
Bookmakers predict a close match between Middlesbrough FC and Sheffield United, with a slight edge for Middlesbrough FC having a 50.54% chance of winning. The chances of a draw stand at 24.59%, while Sheffield United has a 24.88% chance of winning. The odds from bet365 are 1.95 for a Middlesbrough win, 3.6 for a draw, and 3.5 for a Sheffield United win.
Middlesbrough FC Match Performance
Middlesbrough FC has experienced a mixed set of results in their recent matches. In their latest game against Bristol City on October 19, 2024, they suffered a home defeat with a score of 0-2. This loss followed an away defeat against Watford FC on October 5, where they narrowly lost 1-2. However, they managed to secure a victory against West Bromwich Albion on October 1, winning 1-0 away from home. Prior to that, they had a successful home match against Stoke City on September 28, achieving a 2-0 win. Despite these victories, Middlesbrough FC faced challenges in earlier matches, such as the away defeat to Sunderland AFC on September 21, where they lost 0-1. Additionally, they drew 1-1 at home against Preston North End on September 14. Overall, Middlesbrough FC's recent performances show inconsistency, with two wins, one draw, and three losses in their last six matches, indicating a need for improvement in both home and away games to climb up the Championship standings.
Sheffield United Recent Encounters
In their recent matches, Sheffield United has struggled to secure victories, particularly in away games. Their latest encounter on October 18, 2024, against Leeds United ended in a 2-0 defeat, marking a continuation of their difficulties in finding the back of the net. Prior to this, they faced Luton Town at home on October 5, 2024, where they managed a 2-0 victory, showcasing a stronger performance on their home turf. However, their away form remains concerning, as evidenced by their loss to Swansea City on October 2, 2024, where they were defeated 1-0. Earlier in the season, Sheffield United managed a goalless draw against Portsmouth FC on September 28, 2024, which was one of their few positive results on the road. Their match against Derby County on September 21, 2024, ended in a narrow 1-0 victory at home, indicating some resilience when playing at Bramall Lane. Their most notable away success came on September 13, 2024, against Hull City, where they secured a 2-0 win, highlighting their potential to perform well away from home under the right circumstances. Overall, Sheffield United's recent form shows inconsistency, with a stronger performance at home compared to their struggles in away fixtures.
Head-to-Head statistics between Middlesbrough FC and Sheffield United
In the head-to-head encounters between Sheffield United and Middlesbrough FC, the two teams have faced each other a total of four times. Middlesbrough FC has emerged victorious in two of these matches, with one win occurring at home and the other as a guest. Their most recent triumph was on February 15, 2023, in a Championship match where they defeated Sheffield United 3-1 away from home. Sheffield United, on the other hand, has secured a single victory in these meetings, which was achieved on their home ground. The teams have also shared the spoils once, resulting in a draw. Overall, Middlesbrough FC holds a slight edge over Sheffield United in their head-to-head statistics.
Middlesbrough FC vs Sheffield United League Standings
Middlesbrough FC is currently in 9th position, while Sheffield United is in 4th position.
