Luton - Sheffield Utd

Regular Season - 24
Kickoff: 2024-02-10 14:00

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Luton - Sheffield Utd Predictions

Prediction: Luton
Best odds: 1.32
Prediction: Over 1.5

In an intriguing Premier League clash, Luton is set to host Sheffield Utd at Kenilworth Road this Saturday. With the predictions hinting at a favorable outcome for the home side, it's a game that could have significant implications at the bottom of the table.

Key Players

For Luton, the spotlight shines on Tahith Jose Girigorio Djorkaef Chong, whose midfield creativity has been vital. With a rating of 6.63, Chong's ability to navigate tight spaces and his 3 key passes could be a game-changer. Up front, Elijah Anuoluwapo Oluwaferanmi Adebayo boasts a 6.67 rating and is Luton's leading goal threat with 5 goals. His 7 shots on target from 15 attempts demonstrate his efficiency in front of goal. Additionally, Jacob Samuel Brown, with a rating of 6.77, brings an attacking edge, having taken 16 shots, 7 of which were on target, and contributing 2 goals.

Sheffield Utd's key players include defender Jayden Ian Bogle, who holds a 6.54 rating and has shown defensive resilience with his 322 passes. Another defender, Anel Ahmedhodžić, with a 6.56 rating, has been a consistent performer, contributing 1 goal from his defensive position. In midfield, Oliver James Norwood stands out with a 6.77 rating, providing stability and vision with his 747 passes and 15 key passes.

Recent Form

Luton's recent form has been a mixed bag, but with a slight uptrend, as indicated by their last five games (WDLWW). They currently sit at 17th in the league, just above the relegation zone, with 19 points. Their home record shows they can be formidable at Kenilworth Road, winning 3 out of 11 matches.

Sheffield Utd, on the other hand, is in a precarious position at the bottom of the table, ranked 20th with only 10 points. Their form has been worrying (LDLLD), and they have yet to secure a win away from home this season, which doesn't bode well for their upcoming challenge.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides a glimpse of optimism for Luton, as they have managed to stay undefeated in their last three encounters with Sheffield Utd. The most recent match on December 26, 2023, saw Luton triumph with a 3-2 victory. Prior to that, on March 11, 2023, they secured a 1-0 win, and on August 26, 2022, the two sides drew 1-1.

Prediction

Taking into account the teams' recent form, head-to-head history, and key player performances, the prediction leans towards a Luton win or draw. The statistics suggest that Luton holds a 45% chance of victory, matching the probability of a draw, while Sheffield Utd's chances of winning are slim at 10%.

The prediction is reinforced by Luton's home advantage and Sheffield Utd's dismal away record. Moreover, the head-to-head encounters show Luton's ability to edge past Sheffield Utd in recent times. With key players like Adebayo and Chong in form, Luton's attacking prowess might be too much for Sheffield Utd's defense, despite the efforts of players like Norwood and Bogle.

In conclusion, the advice for this match is a "Double chance: Luton or draw," with a potential for a low-scoring affair, as indicated by the goals prediction of under 3.5 for Luton and under 2.5 for Sheffield Utd. Fans should expect a tightly contested match, but Luton seems poised to edge out Sheffield Utd in this crucial battle for survival.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

89%
11%

Attacking Potential

70%
30%

Defensive Potential

60%
40%

Poisson Distribution

76%
24%

Stregth H2H

62%
38%

Goals H2H

50%
50%

Wins the game

68%
32%

Luton - Sheffield Utd Head to Head

Premier League standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal players, news and schedule Arsenal 31 22 5 4 75 24 51 71
2 Liverpool players, news and schedule Liverpool 31 21 8 2 72 30 42 71
3 Manchester City players, news and schedule Manchester City 31 21 7 3 71 31 40 70
4 Aston Villa players, news and schedule Aston Villa 32 18 6 8 66 49 17 60
5 Tottenham players, news and schedule Tottenham 30 17 6 7 62 44 18 57
6 Manchester United players, news and schedule Manchester United 31 15 4 12 45 46 -1 49
7 West Ham players, news and schedule West Ham 32 13 9 10 52 56 -4 48
8 Newcastle players, news and schedule Newcastle 31 14 5 12 65 52 13 47
9 Chelsea players, news and schedule Chelsea 29 12 7 10 53 50 3 43
10 Brighton players, news and schedule Brighton 31 11 10 10 51 49 2 43
11 Wolves players, news and schedule Wolves 31 12 6 13 44 49 -5 42
12 Bournemouth players, news and schedule Bournemouth 31 11 8 12 45 55 -10 41
13 Fulham players, news and schedule Fulham 32 11 6 15 47 51 -4 39
14 Crystal Palace players, news and schedule Crystal Palace 31 7 9 15 36 54 -18 30
15 Everton players, news and schedule Everton 31 9 8 14 32 42 -10 29
16 Brentford players, news and schedule Brentford 32 7 8 17 45 58 -13 29
17 Nottingham Forest players, news and schedule Nottingham Forest 31 7 8 16 39 53 -14 25
18 Luton players, news and schedule Luton 32 6 7 19 45 65 -20 25
19 Burnley players, news and schedule Burnley 32 4 7 21 32 67 -35 19
20 Sheffield Utd players, news and schedule Sheffield Utd 30 3 6 21 28 80 -52 15