BETTING GUIDE:Sheffield United vs Middlesbrough, match preview, team news and betting tip
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The Blades are looking to continue their upward trajectory while Boro aim to keep pace with leaders Coventry City in the promotion race
Monday night Championship action takes centre stage at Bramall Lane, where an improving Sheffield United host title-chasing Middlesbrough in a fixture loaded with significance at both ends of the table.
The Blades are looking to continue their upward trajectory, while Boro aim to keep pace with leaders Coventry City in the promotion race.
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Sheffield United head into this contest buoyed by a noticeable upturn in form under Chris Wilder.
The Blades are unbeaten in their last three league matches, scoring seven goals in that run, and now sit 15th in the Championship with 39 points from 30 games - seven clear of the relegation zone.
Recent results include a 3-1 home win over Ipswich Town, a 1-1 draw at Millwall, and another impressive 3-1 victory against Oxford United in midweek.
Across their last five league matches, Sheffield United have scored eight goals while conceding five, highlighting an attack that is clicking, particularly at home.
Bramall Lane has become a genuine weapon again, with the Blades scoring 20 goals in their last seven home league games.
However, defensive issues persist, with 43 goals conceded overall - one of the higher totals in the division - often requiring goalkeeper Michael Cooper to step in, having already kept eight clean sheets this season.
Sheffield United remain without Jairo Riedewald and Jamie Shackleton, while Sam McCallum and Tom Davies are also sidelined.
Djibril Soumare and Oliver Arblaster are competing to partner Sydie Peck in midfield, while new signing Kalvin Phillips may feature from the bench as he builds fitness.
Key attacking threats include Callum O’Hare, Gustavo Hamer, and Tom Cannon, who spearhead a confident frontline.
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Middlesbrough arrive in outstanding form, having won each of their last five Championship matches to move level on points with Coventry City at the summit, sitting second with 58 points and a +18 goal difference.
Kim Hellberg’s side have been ruthless in recent weeks, combining attacking fluency with defensive control.
Their last five league outings have produced 14 goals scored and six conceded, including away wins at West Brom (3-2) and Stoke City (2-1), followed by dominant home victories against Preston North End (4-0) and Norwich City (1-0).
Boro are averaging 2.5 goals per game across their last six matches, with over 2.5 goals landing in four of their last five league fixtures.
Boro’s injury list includes long-term absentee Darragh Lenihan, while Alex Bangura remains out and Mamadou Kapy Sene is a doubt.
However, attacking options remain plentiful, with Morgan Whittaker - the league’s third-top scorer with 11 goals - leading the line alongside Tommy Conway.
New arrival Jeremy Sarmiento could push for a first start after an encouraging debut off the bench.
Head-to-head meetings between these sides have often produced goals. Four of the last six encounters have seen over 2.5 goals.
While Middlesbrough have edged recent meetings, Sheffield United’s improved home form suggests a far more open contest this time.
Key Betting Pointers;
• Sheffield United have scored 20 goals in their last seven home games
• Four of Middlesbrough’s last five league matches went over 2.5 goals
• Sheffield United’s last four home games produced 15 total goals
• Middlesbrough average 3.5 total goals per game across their last six matches
With both sides in strong form and attacking confidence high - particularly at Bramall Lane - this fixture looks primed for goals.
Prediction; Over 2.5 goals
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