Sheffield United vs Leeds United Predictions

Sheffield United will host Leeds United at Bramall Lane on February 25, 2025, in a blockbuster Championship matchup as Round 34 brings together two teams vying for automatic promotion to the Premier League. Sheffield United, under Chris Wilder, have been in sensational form, sitting second in the standings and aiming to maintain their unbeaten streak with a formidable home record. Leeds United, managed by Daniel Farke, are close behind in third, seeking to reclaim pole position after a strong campaign marked by consistency and firepower. Our expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Sheffield United vs Leeds United in this Championship clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Sheffield United

• 2024/25 Record (as of Feb 23): 17W, 5D, 2L (56 points, 2nd in Championship)

• Latest Result: 1-0 win vs. Luton Town (Feb 22, 2025)

• Home Form: 10W, 2D, 0L (25 goals scored, 8 conceded)
  Sheffield United have been a dominant force in the 2024/25 Championship, holding second place with 56 points from 24 matches as of February 23, 2025. Their recent 1-0 victory over Luton Town, with Gus Hamer scoring the decisive goal, extended their unbeaten run to 11 league games (9W, 2D), showcasing their defensive solidity and attacking efficiency. At home, they’ve been impregnable, averaging 2.08 goals per game and conceding just 0.67, making Bramall Lane a fortress this season.

Leeds United

• 2024/25 Record (as of Feb 23): 16W, 6D, 2L (54 points, 3rd in Championship)

• Latest Result: 4-0 win vs. Watford (Feb 22, 2025)

• Away Form: 8W, 3D, 1L (22 goals scored, 10 conceded)
  Leeds United have been equally impressive, sitting third with 54 points from 24 matches. Their recent 4-0 thrashing of Watford, with Daniel James bagging a brace and Manor Solomon contributing a goal and assist, marked their seventh win in nine games (7W, 1D, 1L), underlining their attacking prowess. On the road, they’ve averaged 1.83 goals per game and conceded 0.83, reflecting a balanced side capable of challenging any opponent.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Leeds United 40W, Sheffield United 35W, 21D (96 meetings since 1920)

• Recent Meetings:

  • Oct 18, 2024: Leeds United 2-0 Sheffield United (Championship)

  • Apr 7, 2024: Sheffield United 1-2 Leeds United (Championship)

  • Jan 14, 2024: Leeds United 3-1 Sheffield United (Championship)

• Key Trend: Leeds have won 4 of the last 5 meetings; 3 of their last 5 H2Hs stayed under 2.5 goals.
  Leeds United have held the upper hand in recent encounters, including a 2-0 win earlier this season at Elland Road, though Sheffield United’s last home victory over Leeds came in March 2022 (1-0). Recent matches have been tight, with an average of 2.4 goals per game in their last five meetings, often decided by narrow margins rather than high-scoring affairs.

Key Players to Watch

Sheffield United

• Gus Hamer (MID): 8 goals, 6 assists in 2024/25; Sheffield United’s creative heartbeat.

• Vinicius Souza (FWD): 7 goals; key finisher in attack.

• Michael Cooper (GK): 11 clean sheets; anchors a rock-solid defense.

Leeds United

• Daniel James (FWD): 10 goals, 5 assists in 2024/25; Leeds’ top scorer and speedster.

• Crysencio Summerville (MID): 7 goals, 8 assists; dynamic playmaker.

• Illan Meslier (GK): 9 clean sheets; reliable in goal.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Sheffield United’s structured, high-pressing style (1.83 goals per game) will test Leeds United’s attacking flair (1.92 goals per game). Hamer’s vision and Souza’s finishing could exploit Leeds’ defense (0.79 goals conceded per game), which has been solid but occasionally vulnerable. Leeds’ fast-paced, transition-heavy approach relies on James’ pace and Summerville’s creativity, challenging Sheffield United’s backline (0.71 goals conceded per game). Sheffield’s Harry Souttar (doubtful, calf) and Leeds’ Pascal Struijk (doubtful, hamstring) may affect defensive setups, with Sheffield’s 32,321-strong Bramall Lane crowd amplifying the stakes.

Prediction: Sheffield United vs Leeds United

Our Prediction: Both Team to Score - Yes