Sheffield Utd - Brighton

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85'		0 - 6	Goal	S. Adingra
78'		0 - 5	Goal	S. Adingra	P. Groß (Assist)
75'		0 - 4	Own Goal	J. Robinson
45'		0 - 3	Goal disallowed: Offside
25'		0 - 4	Goal	D. Welbeck
24'		0 - 3	Goal	D. Welbeck
21'		0 - 2	Goal	F. Buonanotte	L. Dunk (Assist)
20'		0 - 1	Goal	F. Buonanotte	L. Dunk (Assist)

90'		B. Gilmour	Tripping
56'		F. Buonanotte	Roughing
45'		T. Lamptey	Tripping
13'		M. Holgate	Tripping
12'		M. Holgate	Tripping

81'			In:	D. Welbeck	Out:	P. Estupiñán
79'			In:	G. Hamer	Out:	O. Norwood
79'			In:	B. Osborn	Out:	T. Davies
79'			In:	J. McAtee	Out:	R. Brewster
76'			In:	K. Mitoma	Out:	Ansu Fati
66'			In:	F. Buonanotte	Out:	E. Ferguson
63'			In:	Y. Larouci	Out:	A. Brooks
46'			In:	T. Lamptey	Out:	J. Moder
46'			In:	A. Webster	Out:	Igor
31'			In:	W. Osula	Out:	A. Trusty

Sheffield Utd - Brighton Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Brighton

Best odds: 1.22

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In an intriguing Premier League encounter, bottom-of-the-table Sheffield Utd is set to lock horns with a mid-table Brighton side at Bramall Lane. With expert predictions hinting at a potential win or draw for the visitors, the clash on Sunday promises to be a fascinating battle of tactics and willpower. Will the struggling Blades manage to defy the odds, or will the Seagulls soar to a comfortable victory?

Key Players - Sheffield Utd

The Blades will heavily rely on their defensive stalwart, Jayden Ian Bogle. With a rating of 6.56 and a total of 408 passes this season, Bogle’s contribution from the backline could be pivotal. Alongside him, Anel Ahmedhodžić has also been a key figure in defense, boasting a rating of 6.59 and 565 passes, indicating his role as a ball-playing defender. In the midfield, Oliver James Norwood stands out with a rating of 6.75, having completed 752 passes and created 15 key passes, making him an essential cog in the team's engine room.

Key Players - Brighton

Brighton's attack will be led by Daniel Nii Tackie Mensah Welbeck, with a rating of 6.71 and two goals to his name. His sharpshooting abilities will be crucial against Sheffield's defense. In the midfield, the creative responsibilities will fall on the shoulders of Facundo Valentín Buonanotte, who has notched up one assist and has a rating of 6.71. The dynamic Anssumane Fati Vieira, with a rating of 6.79 and two goals, will be another crucial player for Brighton, as his pace and skill could pose a significant threat to Sheffield's hopes of a positive result.

Recent Form

Recent performances can often be a telling sign of a team's confidence and potential outcome of upcoming fixtures. Sheffield Utd's form has been worrisome, with their last five games resulting in one draw and four losses (LDLLD), leaving them languishing at the bottom with just 10 points. Brighton, on the other hand, has shown more resilience, securing one win, three draws, and one loss (LDDWD), positioning them comfortably in the ninth spot with 32 points.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the head-to-head history, the two teams seem evenly matched, with their last encounter on January 27, 2024, ending without a result due to undisclosed reasons. Prior to that, they shared the spoils with a 1-1 draw on November 12, 2023. This historical parity suggests that the upcoming match could be a closely contested affair.

Prediction

The predictions and statistics suggest a challenging day for Sheffield Utd. Brighton, with a double chance of a win or draw, seems to be the safer bet. The stats back this up, with a 45% chance for both a draw and an away win. The form guide heavily favors Brighton, with an 89 to 11 margin over Sheffield Utd. Additionally, Brighton's attacking and defensive capabilities outshine those of Sheffield, with a 57 to 43 advantage in attack and a 68 to 32 lead in defense.

Considering these factors, the final prediction is leaning towards a Brighton victory, with the possibility of a draw. Sheffield Utd's struggle to find the back of the net, combined with their porous defense, suggests they might not be able to handle Brighton's balanced attack. The advice for this match is a double chance: draw or Brighton, with a significant edge for the visitors to take all three points or at least one from Bramall Lane.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

44%

56%

Attacking Potential

58%

42%

Defensive Potential

35%

65%

Poisson Distribution

32%

68%

Stregth H2H

50%

50%

Goals H2H

43%

57%

Wins the game

44%

56%

Sheffield Utd - Brighton Head to Head

18/02	Sheffield Utd	0 - 5	Brighton
27/01	Sheffield Utd	2 - 5	Brighton
12/11	Brighton	1 - 1	Sheffield Utd

Premier League standings

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