Chelsea is set to face Sheffield United in Sunday’s Premier League action, hoping for a calmer evening after their chaotic win over Manchester United.
With ten points separating Sheffield United from safety, Chris Wilder’s side is in desperate need of points as they face Chelsea, who are back in the top half of the table.
After a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool, Sheffield United will be looking to bounce back, while Chelsea will aim to continue their momentum with a win.
Here’s all you need to know about this matchup.
Sheffield United vs Chelsea H2H record (Last Five Games)
Current form (All Competitions)
Sheffield United
Chelsea
Liverpool 2-1 Sheffield United – 04/04/24
Chelsea 4-3 Manchester United – 04/04/24
Sheffield United 3-3 Fulham – 30/03/24
Chelsea 2-2 Burnley – 30/03/24
Bournemouth 2-2 Sheffield United – 09/03/24
Chelsea 4-2 Leicester City – 17/03/24
Sheffield United 0-6 Arsenal – 04/03/24
Chelsea 3-2 Newcastle United – 11/03/24
Wolves 1-0 Sheffield United – 25/02/24
Brentford 2-2 Chelsea – 02/03/24
Country
TV channel / live stream
United Kingdom
Not televised
United States
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Canada
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Cameron Archer is expected to make his comeback from a calf injury to feature here, while Gustavo Hamer, who went off injured in midweek, is believed to have avoided any real issue and could keep his place in the squad.
Several players remain unavailable for Wilder, including Daniel Jebbison, Chris Basham, Rhian Brewster, Tom Davies, George Baldock, John Egan, Rhys Norrington-Davies, and Max Lowe.
Sheffield United predicted lineup (3-5-2): Grbic; Holgate, Robinson, Ahmedhodzic; Bogle, Arblaster, Hamer, Souza, Trusty; McBurnie, Brereton Diaz
Chelsea picked up no new injury issues against Man Utd but will likely make some changes after naming the same starting lineup for two games. Noni Madueke is pushing for a start, while Carney Chukwuemeka is expected to remain on the bench.
Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Petrovic; Acheampong, Chalobah, Badiashile, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Palmer, Gallagher, Madueke; Jackson
Several players are expected to miss out for Chelsea, including Robert Sanchez, Ben Chilwell, Lesley Ugochukwu, Levi Colwill, Christopher Nkunku, Reece James, Romeo Lavia, and Wesley Fofana.
Chelsea is favored to win, but Sheffield United could also cause an upset given Chelsea’s inconsistency this season.
Chelsea’s recent win over Man Utd should boost their confidence, but they shouldn’t underestimate Sheffield United, who have struggled defensively.
Sheffield United faces a tough decision on their approach, as time is running out for them to avoid relegation.
Prediction: Sheffield United 1-2 Chelsea
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