EFL Championship: Game Week 45
Stadium: Bramall Lane
29th April 2023
Sheffield United is set to host Preston North End on Saturday at the Bramall Lane. Who will come out on top after 90 minutes?
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Sheffield United managed to put their FA Cup semi-final loss behind them and secure a crucial 2-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion in the automatic promotion race on Wednesday. Despite the potential for a dip in morale, the Blades were able to score twice in the second half and extend their run in the Championship to six wins in seven matches. As a result, Paul Heckingbottom's team have now secured second place in the league and can enjoy their remaining fixtures against Huddersfield Town and Birmingham City on the road. Sheffield United's impressive home record this season sees them with 48 points from 22 games, second only to champions Burnley. While Heckingbottom will undoubtedly urge his players to remain focused, they can now look forward to a bright future in the Championship.
Sheffield United Predicted lineup
Foderingham; Basham, Egan, Robinson; Baldock, McAtee, Berge, Norwood, Lowe; Sharp, McBurnie
Preston North End Form
Preston's hopes of securing a playoff spot seemed to be on the rise a few matches ago, but their momentum has slowed down completely. Despite picking up 15 points from the last 18, they have only managed to gain one point from their last three matches, which came from a last-minute equalizer at home against Blackburn Rovers in their last outing.
Although finishing the season with two consecutive wins could help Ryan Lowe's team qualify for the playoffs, that would be a difficult feat to accomplish against two of the best teams in the league.
However, Preston's chances of making the playoffs will be enhanced if they can upset Sheffield United on Saturday before hosting sixth-placed Sunderland in their last game of the season.
Preston North End possible lineup
Woodman; Storey, Bauer, Hughes; Potts, Onomah, Whiteman, Johnson, Fernandez; Parrott, Cannon
Sheffield United vs Preston North End Expert Tips
Sheffield United are strong at home and aim to end the season on a high note, while Preston's recent form has declined, making it likely that the Blades will win. Despite celebrating their promotion on Wednesday, Sheffield United still wants to perform well for their fans, and we predict that they will beat Preston. More than 2.5 goals is predicted to be scored in this game.