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Sheff Utd - Cardiff
England Championship - Bramall Lane
Prediction 1
Sheff U to Win
59/100 (1.59)
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Prediction 2
BTTS - No
3/4 (1.75)
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Sheffield Utd welcome Cardiff to Bramall Lane to contest a Championship fixture on Saturday, April 15th. Promotion-chasing Sheffield United are favourites to beat relegation candidates Cardiff this weekend. Read our Championship predictions along with the latest odds for the fixture below in our detailed match preview.
Today's Predictions for Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff
Sheffield United can consolidate their position in second spot with a victory at home to the struggling Bluebirds in Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off. Read our top Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff predictions for this weekend’s fixture below and when you’re done here, click the link to view more of our best football betting tips today.
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Sheffield United to Win
Sheffield United were beaten 2-0 at title favourites Burnley last time out, though the Blades had won four fixtures on the spin in league and cup before that, and they should be able to find their feet quickly against relegation-threatened Cardiff on Saturday. The visitors have lost five of their last seven assignments on the road and they should struggle again at Bramall Lane. With that in mind, our opening Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff prediction forecasts a home win.
Both Teams to Score – No
Paul Heckingbottom’s Sheffield United have the Championship’s second-meanest defensive record this term and only a handful of clubs can top their haul of 17 clean sheets in the second tier since August. Cardiff meanwhile, have failed to score in six of their last eight games on the road and their lack of cutting edge could hold them back in the Steel City again. A stake on both teams not to score is advised here.
Top Betting Odds and Stats for Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff
View our selection of key stats for Saturday’s clash featuring Sheffield Utd – Cardiff below alongside a tool to help you choose the best odds.
Head to Head
12/11/22
England Championship CHA
Cardiff
Sheff Utd
0
1
23/04/22
England Championship CHA
Sheff Utd
Cardiff
1
0
04/12/21
England Championship CHA
Cardiff
Sheff Utd
2
3
02/04/18
England Championship CHA
Sheff Utd
Cardiff
1
1
15/08/17
England Championship CHA
Cardiff
Sheff Utd
2
0
Last Five - Sheff Utd
08/05/23
England Championship CHA
Birmingham
Sheff Utd
1
2
W
04/05/23
England Championship CHA
Huddersfield
Sheff Utd
1
0
L
29/04/23
England Championship CHA
Preston
Sheff Utd
1
4
W
26/04/23
England Championship CHA
West Brom
Sheff Utd
0
2
W
22/04/23
England FA Cup FA Cup
Man City
Sheff Utd
3
0
L
Last Five - Cardiff
08/05/23
England Championship CHA
Burnley
Cardiff
3
0
L
30/04/23
England Championship CHA
Huddersfield
Cardiff
2
1
L
27/04/23
England Championship CHA
Rotherham
Cardiff
1
2
W
22/04/23
England Championship CHA
Stoke
Cardiff
1
1
D
19/04/23
England Championship CHA
Watford
Cardiff
1
3
W
Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff odds and probability figures ahead of Saturday’s match below.
Sheffield Utd odds: 59/100 (1.59) – 43.1%
Draw odds: 59/20 (3.95) – 35.3%
Cardiff odds: 23/5 (5.60) – 17.9%
Saturday’s expected winners Sheffield Utd have a 43.1% shot of overcoming their struggling visitors according to the bookies’ latest probability figures, while over 2.5 goals can be added to your coupons at 19/20 (1.95), which works out at 51.3% in terms of probability. Backing the Blades to have an advantage at the break in the half-time result market can land you at winner at 5/4 (2.25).
Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff Team News & Injuries
Read all of the latest injury updates, Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff lineups and team news for Saturday’s Championship tussle below.
Sheffield Utd
Defenders Enda Stevens, Rhys Norrington-Daies and Jack O'Connell are all out of action for Sheffield United, while midfielder Ben Osborn and attacker Rhian Brewster are also in the Blades' treatment room at present. Wesley Foderingham is suspended between the sticks. United could move eight points clear of third-placed Luton with a victory this weekend.
Predicted Lineup for Sheffield Utd: Davies – Ahmedhodzic, Egan, Robinson – Bogle, Berge, Norwood, Doyle, Baldock – McBurnie, Ndiaye
Cardiff
Cardiff will be missing a trio of players this weekend with Callum Robinson, Ebou Adams and Jamilu Collins all ruled out. The Bluebirds were beaten 1-0 at home by Sunderland on Monday and they are now just one point clear of the division's drop zone.
Predicted Lineup for Cardiff: Allsop – Ng, Kipre, McGuinness, Romeo – Philogene, Wintle, Sawyers, Ojo – Wickham, Kaba
Player to Watch – Iliman Ndiaye
Iliman Ndiaye has hit 13 goals and laid on seven more for his teammates this season and the Sheffield United attacker will be aiming to bolster his numbers further against Cardiff on Saturday. The Senegalese attacker scored the winning goal in the Blades’ last home game against Wigan.
Starting Lineups
Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off.
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Championship Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Burnley | 46 | 29 | 14 | 3 | 52 | 101 |
| 2 | Sheff Utd | 46 | 28 | 7 | 11 | 34 | 91 |
| 3 |  Luton | 46 | 21 | 17 | 8 | 18 | 80 |
| 4 |  Middlesbrough | 46 | 22 | 9 | 15 | 28 | 75 |
| 5 |  Coventry | 46 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 12 | 70 |
| 6 |  Sunderland | 46 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 69 |
| 7 |  Blackburn | 46 | 20 | 9 | 17 | -2 | 69 |
| 8 |  Millwall | 46 | 19 | 11 | 16 | 7 | 68 |
| 9 |  West Brom | 46 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 66 |
| 10 |  Swansea | 46 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 66 |
| 11 |  Watford | 46 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 3 | 63 |
| 12 |  Preston | 46 | 17 | 12 | 17 | -14 | 63 |
| 13 |  Norwich | 46 | 17 | 11 | 18 | 3 | 62 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 46 | 15 | 14 | 17 | -1 | 59 |
| 15 |  Hull | 46 | 14 | 16 | 16 | -10 | 58 |
| 16 |  Stoke | 46 | 14 | 11 | 21 | 1 | 53 |
| 17 |  Birmingham | 46 | 14 | 11 | 21 | -11 | 53 |
| 18 |  Huddersfield | 46 | 14 | 11 | 21 | -15 | 53 |
| 19 |  Rotherham | 46 | 11 | 17 | 18 | -11 | 50 |
| 20 |  QPR | 46 | 13 | 11 | 22 | -27 | 50 |
| 21 | Cardiff | 46 | 13 | 10 | 23 | -17 | 49 |
| 22 |  Reading | 46 | 13 | 11 | 22 | -22 | 44 |
| 23 |  Blackpool | 46 | 11 | 11 | 24 | -24 | 44 |
| 24 |  Wigan | 46 | 10 | 15 | 21 | -27 | 39 |
Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff Coverage and Frequently Asked Questions
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at Stake and Ladbrokes for Saturday’s game.
What time does this fixture kick off?
The game is scheduled to start at 12:30 BST.
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Sheffield Untied beat Cardiff City 1-0 when the teams last met in November. Make sure to check out our expert Sheffield Utd vs Cardiff prediction near the top of this preview.
What was Sheffield United's last result?
The Blades took on the challenge of the then Championship leaders Burnley at Turf Moor in their last outing. The Clarets did not take mercy over them, securing a 2-0 victory to claim the English second-division title. Burnley's task was made easier by an early sending-off to Sheffield goalkeeper Wesley Foderingham. The match was then left to the designs of the Clarets who claimed the three points on offer thanks to substitute Johann Berg Gudmundsson's second-half brace.
What was Cardiff's last result?
The Bluebirds also enter this match on the back of a defeat. Cardiff were humbled in front of home support by Sunderland. The only goal scored at the Cardiff City Stadium during the encounter came through the boots of Dennis Cirkin. The 21-year-old hit the back of the net at the hour mark to claim his third strike of the 2022/23 campaign.
