Burnley vs Sheffield United: Prediction, Preview & Betting Tips

The two promotion contenders at the top of the Championship meet at Turf Moor on bank holiday Monday, and judging by the recent form for both of these sides, we think that Burnley will take a massive step towards immediate promotion back to the Premier League.

The Clarets are in excellent league form, with no losses in 30 league games, and they are also unbeaten in nine matches in all competitions. Burnley have kept an impressive record of 29 clean sheets in the Championship this season, having only conceded 0.3 goals per game.

As for Sheffield United, they have started to drift away from their opponents for this game, and Leeds United, in the race for promotion. The Blades have lost three of their previous five league matches and are winless against Burnley in the last four meetings between the two sides.

The Clarets’ defensive record will make it difficult for anyone to breach their defence, and with the Blades dropping points, momentum is with Burnley. We believe that they will edge out a 1-0 victory over the Blades.

Burnley 1-0 Sheffield United.

Two of the top three in the Championship meet on Monday, as Burnley host Sheffield United at Turf Moor.

Date: 21/04/2025
Location: Turf Moor, Burnley.
Kick-Off: 5.30 pm.

Scott Parker’s Burnley side looks set for an immediate return to the Premier League, as the Clarets are second in the Championship, five points clear of nearest rivals Sheffield United, in this fascinating top-three battle between the two sides and Leeds United. The home side are currently on 91 points from 43 matches played, and a win against Sheffield United will secure promotion with two games to spare.

The key to Burnley’s success this season has undoubtedly been their defence, aided by the excellent performance of James Trafford. The Clarets have only conceded 14 goals in 43 games (conceding 0.3 goals per game), with Trafford in particular keeping 29 clean sheets.

Sheffield United’s promotion hopes ultimately rest on this game, with the Blades five points adrift of Leeds United and Burnley, who are both tied on 91 points at the top of the league. The Blades' recent form, accompanied by some erratic behaviour shown by Chris Wilder, has left the visitors needing a win to have any chances of automatic promotion.

Chris Wilder’s side currently have 86 points from 43 matches played, having scored 59 goals and conceded 33. Fine margins have plagued the Blades in recent weeks, with three of their recent defeats being determined by a single goal.

The game will be available to watch on ITV and Sky Sports Football.

Burnley Team News

Josh Laurent, Manuel Benson, Mike Tresor, and Bashir Humphreys are among the latest injury concerns. Aaron Ramsey has been out for the majority of the season with a long-term knee injury.

Sheffield United Team News

Oliver Arblaster, Jamie Shackleon and Rob Holding are the main injury concerns for Chris Wilder.

Burnley have an impressive record against Sheffield United, with four consecutive victories against the Blades. The recent league meeting between the two teams ended in a 2-0 win for the Clarets thanks to goals from Zian Flemming and Josh Brownhill.

Burnley:

Burnley are in exceptional form in the Championship, as the home side have now gone 30 games without a defeat, following their 2-1 victory away at Watford. Burnley have been in great form in recent weeks, with four wins from their last five league matches, including victories against Watford (1-2), Norwich City (2-1), Coventry City (1-0), and Bristol City (1-0).

On home soil, Burnley have been excellent with 12 wins from 21 matches at Turf Moor and, more importantly, no defeats. The Clarets have only conceded six goals in 21 home games and have won four of their previous five games on home soil.

Sheffield United:

Sheffield United’s recent form has ultimately damaged their chances of automatic promotion. The Blades have suffered three defeats from their last five league matches, with defeats against Plymouth Argyle (2-1), Millwall (0-1) & Oxford United (1-0).

The Blades have also lost their last two consecutive away games, with the defeat against Plymouth Argyle (2-1) and another loss against Oxford United (1-0).

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