Chris Wilder takes charge of his second match back in charge of Sheffield United this weekend, as the Blades welcome Brentford to Bramall Lane. There will be pressure on the hosts to end a three-game losing run, while the Bees have lost three of their last four.
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Sheffield United’s patience with Paul Heckingbottom ran out earlier this week, and the task of saving the Blades from the drop now falls to former coach Chris Wilder. The former boss returned to the club on Monday, but he was helpless in aiding their survival bid in midweek, as the Blades fell to a third straight loss in the league against Liverpool.
Brentford will be the visitors to Bramall Lane this weekend, as they look to get their campaign back on track after losing three of their last four. The Bees took an early lead against Brighton in midweek, but they were ultimately beaten 2-1 on the road. That loss sees them remain eleventh in the standings, but a return to winning ways could see them end the round in the top half.
Brentford boasts an excellent record against newly promoted rivals in the Premier League, as they have won each of their last five. However, all five of those wins have come at home. Since they joined the Football League, the Bees haven’t previously recorded six straight victories against newly promoted sides.
Sheffield United have a poor record against London sides in recent seasons in the Premier League, as they have lost on each of their previous six matches. Meanwhile, the Blades have won an average of just 1.01 points per match in traditional 3pm kick offs in the Premier League.
Sheffield United vs Brentford Head to Head
The Blades have a fine recent record against the Bees, as they are unbeaten in their last five. However, all of the recent matches between the sides have come in the second tier, with the most recent ending in a 3-2 win for United in March 2019.
Sheffield United vs Brentford Prediction
There will be pressure on Sheffield United this weekend, as a big performance will be expected. However, this fixture could be perfectly set up for the Bees to get their campaign back on track after losing three of the last four. Therefore, the preference is for the visitors.
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