Sheffield Utd
Preston
Sheffield Utd vs Preston predictions & stats
Top pick Sheffield Utd 58%, Over 2.5 goals 51%. Free match analysis, team stats and betting tips for Championship.
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Primary insights + team contextPrimary Insights
Team Context
Season Performance
Comparing both teams this season
Current league table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | +38 | 77 | |
| 2 | 38 | +22 | 70 | |
| 3 | 37 | +28 | 68 | |
| 4 | 38 | +9 | 68 | |
| 5 | 38 | +3 | 63 | |
| 6 | 37 | +10 | 60 | |
| 7 | 37 | +12 | 57 | |
| 8 | 38 | +7 | 57 | |
| 9 | 38 | 0 | 53 | |
| 10 | 37 | +2 | 52 | |
| 11 | 38 | -2 | 52 | |
| 12 | 37 | +6 | 51 | |
| 13 | 38 | +5 | 51 | |
| 14 | 38 | 0 | 51 | |
| 15 | 38 | +1 | 50 | |
| 16 | 38 | -11 | 50 | |
| 17 | 38 | -6 | 49 | |
| 18 | 38 | -9 | 48 | |
| 19 | 38 | -9 | 44 | |
| 20 | 38 | -13 | 42 | |
| 21 | 37 | -12 | 40 | |
| 22 | 38 | -15 | 40 | |
| 23 | 38 | -13 | 39 | |
| 24 | 38 | -53 | 12 |
Sheffield Utd
All Fixtures (40)
Preston
All Fixtures (41)
Deep Analysis
Team Insights
Style of play and derived stats from match data this season
Playing Style Analysis
They maintain balanced possession (51%). They've won 9 games despite having less possession, showing they're effective without the ball. They've dropped points in 10 games despite controlling possession, indicating issues breaking down defenses. They've salvaged 7 points from losing positions this season Additionally, However, they've blown 5 leads after leading at halftime, showing vulnerability when ahead Meanwhile, Their game management needs work: 24 points dropped after taking the lead. They move the ball forward with intent (around 31 passes per shot). They generate many corner opportunities (6.6 corners/game).
This team they maintain balanced possession (45%) Additionally, Despite often having less possession, they've won 10 games, demonstrating tactical flexibility Meanwhile, A concerning pattern: they've lost 9 games with more possession, showing vulnerability when expected to create. They've shown strong resilience, winning 2 games after trailing at halftime. Their ability to recover is valuable: 11 points gained after falling behind. They've struggled to hold onto leads, losing 4 times after being ahead at halftime Additionally, They've dropped 14 points from winning positions, indicating issues closing out games Meanwhile, Their game management is inconsistent: strong at comebacks but vulnerable when leading. They prefer direct play over possession, averaging 345 passes per game.
Sheffield Utd Half-Time Performance
Sheffield Utd home games half time results
Preston Half-Time Performance
Preston away games half time results