Sheffield United will take on Middlesbrough on Monday, 9 February, in a match that has taken on new significance for the visitors in light of Coventry's draw with Oxford United on Saturday.
That draw at the CBS Arena on Saturday means that Middlesbrough can go top of the Championship table with a win on Monday night, which should be all the motivation they need to be at their best at Bramall Lane.
As part of this week's round of Championship betting tips, check out our Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough prediction below.
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Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough prediction: The hosts to deny Boro
Key Stats
- Sheffield United have won two of their last three Championship matches.
- Middlesbrough have lost on four of their last five visits to Bramall Lane.
- More than two goals have been scored in five of Middlesbrough's last six matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Sheffield United 2-1 Middlesbrough
Sheffield United have consistently raised their game for the best teams this season, particularly at Bramall Lane, and we are backing them to do the same again here. If they can, then a late charge for the playoffs could be on the cards.
Pre-game odds and win probability: The hosts start as marginal favourites
- HOME: 5/4 (2.25) – 44.4%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough odds are not what you'd expect for a match between 2nd and 15th. Ladbrokes have made Sheffield United the slight favourites, giving them a 44.4% chance of victory, while Middlesbrough have been given a 32.3% chance of winning the match.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Boro
Middlesbrough have a strong recent record against Sheffield United, losing just one of their last five meetings with the Blades. On the flip side, Sheffield United can be proud of their recent home record against Boro, winning four of the last five clashes at Bramall Lane.
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Sheffield United preview: Phillips to make his debut?
Following his deadline day move from Manchester City, Kalvin Phillips could be in line for his first appearance for Sheffield United on Monday night. In terms of injuries, Jairo Riedewald, Sam McCallum, Tom Davies and Jamie Shackleton have all been ruled out.
Predicted lineup: Cooper (GK), Seriki, Tanganga, McGuinness, Burrows, Peck, Arblaster, Brooks, O'Hare, Hamer, Cannon
Last five results
- Sheffield United 3-1 Oxford United
- Millwall 1-1 Sheffield United
- Sheffield United 3-1 Ipswich
- Southampton 1-0 Sheffield United
- Charlton 1-0 Sheffield United
Middlesbrough preview: Nothing new
Middlesbrough are expected to have the same squad available to them this weekend as they did last time out, which should make Kim Hellberg's team selection decision relatively straightforward given their brilliant recent form. Darragh Lenihan, Mamadou Kayp Sene and Alex Bungara are the three absentees.
Predicted lineup: Brynn (GK), Ayling, Malanda, Fry, Targett, Browne, Morris, Hackney, Whittaker, Conway, Castledine
Last five results
- Middlesbrough 1-0 Norwich
- Middlesbrough 4-0 Preston
- Stoke 1-2 Middlesbrough
- West Brom 2-3 Middlesbrough
- Fulham 3-1 Middlesbrough
Player to watch: Tom Cannon
There is no point in beating around the bush – Tom Cannon has failed at Sheffield United. Signed from Leicester for £12m last January, the Irish forward has only managed to score five league goals for the Blades, and he almost certainly has just three months left to save his career at Bramall Lane.