Stoke City vs Sheffield Utd Prediction & Match Analysis
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| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | No Draw |
86.8%
|
1.30 | |
| BTTS | Yes |
82.5%
|
1.73 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
77.2%
|
1.98 | |
| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
71.5%
|
1.17 | |
| HT / FT | Home / Home |
-
|
3.75 | |
| Correct Score | 2-1 |
-
|
9.50 |
Stoke City
Sheffield Utd
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Stoke City
11 matches
Sheffield Utd
13 matches
| Stoke City | Statistic | Sheffield Utd |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Wins | 6 |
| 3 | Draws | 5 |
| 4 | Losses | 2 |
| 14 | Goals For | 18 |
| 14 | Goals Against | 12 |
| 1.27 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.38 |
| 1.27 | Avg Goals Conceded | 0.92 |
| 7 | BTTS Yes | 7 |
| 8 | Over 1.5 | 8 |
| 5 | Over 2.5 | 7 |
| 3 | Over 3.5 | 5 |
| 3 | Clean Sheets | 5 |
| 1 | Failed To Score | 5 |
| 3.86 | Shots On Goal | 3.14 |
| 12.14 | Total Shots | 8.29 |
| 4 | Corners | 3.14 |
| 44.3% | Ball Possession | 40.3% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
From a tactical perspective, this fixture features two sides with a fairly similar football identity. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Stoke City expected to line up in 3-5-2 and Sheffield Utd in 4-4-2, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Sheffield Utd having the stronger overall control. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Sheffield Utd. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. The season profile of both teams suggests a matchup where long-term consistency matters, but does not fully remove the possibility of swings in momentum on the day.
With 7 points from 6 games and a place of 15, Stoke City still have clear room for improvement in overall consistency. Across the season they have posted 2 wins, 1 draws, and 3 defeats, and the 9:10 goal record continues to suggest mixed form over their recent run. Their attacking burden often falls on E. Galbraith (2 goals), J. Devenny (2 goals), E. Bocat (1 goals), with creative support from E. Bocat (2 assists), S. Gallagher (1 assists), R. Boženík (1 assists), while at the back they have been very solid. At home, they have returned 2 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses, which indicates a fairly balanced split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Stylistically, they tend to play with a more cautious and defensive approach.
From their first 6 matches, Sheffield Utd have collected 9 points and now occupy 10 place in the table. Their overall return of 2 wins, 3 draws, and 1 losses with goals at 8:8 reflects mixed form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by T. Cannon (2 goals), Sydie Peck (1 goals), P. Bamford (1 goals), with creative support from Sydie Peck (1 assists), P. Bamford (1 assists), J. Rothwell (1 assists), while defensively they have appeared very solid. Away from home, they have returned 1 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses, a split that suggests a balanced but draw-heavy split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. In football terms, they tend to show a more cautious and defensive approach.
Across those 10 head-to-head meetings, Stoke City won 2 times, Sheffield Utd won 6 times, while 2 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 10:19 from Stoke City's perspective. 6 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 6 matches, with an average of 2.9 goals per game.
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 13:6 | 7 | 17 |
W
W
L
D
W
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| 2 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 22:11 | 11 | 15 |
D
W
W
W
W
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| 3 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 16:12 | 4 | 15 |
D
D
W
W
D
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| 4 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15:10 | 5 | 14 |
W
W
D
L
W
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| 5 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 10:8 | 2 | 14 |
L
D
W
W
D
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| 6 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 10:7 | 3 | 13 |
D
D
D
L
W
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| 7 |
Stoke City
Home
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8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 13:12 | 1 | 13 |
W
W
D
W
W
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| 8 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11:12 | -1 | 13 |
W
L
L
W
W
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| 9 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7:10 | -3 | 12 |
L
D
D
L
D
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| 10 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 12:11 | 1 | 11 |
D
W
L
D
D
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| 11 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 15:15 | 0 | 11 |
D
D
L
W
L
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| 12 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7:8 | -1 | 11 |
L
W
W
D
D
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| 13 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 19:10 | 9 | 10 |
L
W
W
D
D
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| 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9:12 | -3 | 10 |
W
L
D
D
W
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| 15 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11:15 | -4 | 10 |
W
W
L
L
L
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| 16 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12:12 | 0 | 9 |
D
W
L
L
D
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| 17 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 16:17 | -1 | 9 |
L
L
W
W
L
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| 18 |
Sheffield Utd
Away
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8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9:11 | -2 | 9 |
L
L
W
L
W
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| 19 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9:10 | -1 | 8 |
D
D
W
L
L
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| 20 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7:10 | -3 | 8 |
L
L
W
L
L
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| 21 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 10:12 | -2 | 7 |
W
L
D
L
L
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| 22 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7:14 | -7 | 5 |
D
L
L
L
W
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| 23 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8:15 | -7 | 4 |
D
L
L
W
L
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| 24 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 9:17 | -8 | 4 |
D
L
D
L
D
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