The top two teams in the English Football League Championship, or the Championship, Burnley and Sheffield United are all set to lock horns on April 11, 2023, at Turf Moor in Burnley, Lancashire, England. Both sides are in red hot form and it will be interesting to see which side asserts their dominance in the upcoming game. This article will look at the Sheffield United vs Burnley prediction, match preview, the Championship, and betting tips.
Burnley–Sheffield United
The race for the English Football League Championship is on as table toppers Burnley FC and Sheffield United FC are all set to clash at Turf Moor on April 11. While Burnley are in the lead with 87 points from 39 matches, Sheffield currently have 76 points from the same number of games. The latter had suffered a 0-1 loss to Luton Town on March 11 playing at home but bounced back to win their next three games. Burnley, meanwhile, have not los any of their last five matches, winning three and drawing two.
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Preview
Burnley head into the match as favourites considering their experience and also owing to the fact that they played in the top tier of English football, the Premier League. However, they finished 18th, only narrowly avoiding relegation ahead of Leeds United who survived a gruelling season. Managed by former Belgian star Vincent Kompany, The Clarets will be looking to consolidate their position in the Championship by defeating their only closest rivals in the competition, Sheffield United.
Meanwhile, Sheffield United have proven their worth this season, holding on to second place as they hang five points ahead of Luton Town, whom they lost to in their last outing. Luton are in close third with 71 points but have played two matches more, and will need to win at least three straight games to stand a chance of snatching that second spot.
The Blades will be looking for those three crucial points if they want to consolidate their second place and also inch closer to Burnley’s 87 points at the top.
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Head-to-head record
- Sheffield have 52 wins from their last 128 meetings, holding an advantage in terms of total wins.
- Burnley, meanwhile, have 44 wins, while the other 32 matches between the two sides have ended in a draw.
- Sheffield remain winless in their six visits to Turf Moor, losing five and drawing one. Teir last victory came via a 2-1 result back in April 2008.
- Burnley are unbeaten in 19 Championship matches. They have won 15 times, since suffering a 5-2 loss against Sheffield in the reverse fixture in November.
- Sheffield have won triumphed in their last four matches, including three straight away wins, since their 1-0 loss at Blackburn Rovers earlier in March.
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English Championship
The English Football League Championship is the second-highest division of professional football in England, just below the Premier League. The league comprises 24 teams that play each other twice during the season, once at home and once away, for a total of 46 games per team.
The season generally begins in August and continues until May the next year, with each team playing one game per week. At the end of the English Championship season, the top two teams in the league table are automatically promoted to the Premier League, while the next four teams enter a playoff competition to determine the third promotion spot. The teams finishing in the bottom three places are relegated to League One, the third tier of English football.
The English Championship was established in 2004, but its history dates back to the founding of the Football League in 1888. The league has a reputation for being highly competitive, with many teams having a realistic chance of winning promotion or avoiding relegation each season.
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The teams in the English Championship are typically from smaller towns and cities than those in the Premier League, and many have passionate fanbases. The league also features some former Premier League teams who have been relegated, as well as teams who have never played in the top flight.
The English Championship is a highly competitive and entertaining league, with many talented players and exciting matches throughout the season.
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Burnley vs Sheffield United prediction
Burnley have already secured their return to the Premier League with seven games remaining. The Clarets have also been undefeated at home in the league, displaying true strength in the second division. Meanwhile, Sheffield United will be looking for another win, but Burnley will only need a draw to maintain a clean home record. However, they still come out as favourites considering their experience in recent years and the consistency they have shown in the English Championship this season.
Prediction: Burnley 2-1 Sheffield United
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Betting tips
If you’re looking to place any bets on the Burnley vs Sheffield United match, we advise keeping a few points in mind to increase your chances of winning. Considering Burnley have a better chance of winning since they’re hosting in red hot form, you could stand a better chance betting on them winning. Here are some general betting tips for the matchup ahead and for the rest of the English Championship season in general:
- Before you start betting, decide how much money you can afford to lose and stick to that budget. Avoid betting more than you can afford as you will needlessly clean your pockets out.
- Before placing a bet, research the teams, their recent form, and any injuries or suspensions that may affect the outcome of the match. Consider the home and away form of the teams, as well as their head-to-head record.
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- When betting on the match, look for odds that represent good value. This means finding bets where the odds are higher than you think they should be based on the likelihood of the outcome.
- Develop a betting strategy that works for you, whether that’s betting on the favourites, the underdogs, or a mix of both. Stick to your strategy and don’t let emotions or biases cloud your judgment.
- Only bet with a licensed and regulated bookmaker, and consider the quality of their odds, customer service, and payment options.
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Best sports betting exchanges
Another important factor to take note of is placing bets only with the best sports betting exchanges. While many exchanges promise a lot, they fail to live up to expectations once you, as the bettor, sign up and begin wagering. Listed below are some of the best sports betting exchanges at present:
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Indibet |
Indibet is the premier cricket betting destination, offering exciting cricket markets and competitive cricket odds on its Cricketbook. It also has the best 24/7 live online casino games, making it an obvious choice with most punters. |
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Betway |
The Betway app provides a range of payment options for Indian punters (from Netbanking and Paytm to other hassle-free payment methods like credit cards and e-wallets). Betway also offers great markets for football, tennis, kabaddi, and horse racing. |
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Parimatch |
Parimatch offers a wide array of live casino games, TV games, slot machines, instant games, and virtual sports (cricket, golf, tennis, basketball, football, speedway racing, baseball, horse racing, greyhounds, and even camels) |
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Dafabet |
Dafabet offers various sports betting markets, along with casino, live casino, poker, and lottery. The Dafabet sportsbook includes kabaddi, cricket, and horse racing for its Indian market. |
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10Cric |
10Cric India covers a wide range of sports including cricket and kabaddi, along with markets that offer some of the most competitive odds to wager on. 10Cric also offers RNG-run (slots and table games) and live casino games for bettors. |
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Fun88 |
Fun88 offers markets on different games and sports such as cricket, football, tennis, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, and ice hockey. You can also play and bet on casinos, poker, and slots. The site offers punters a welcome bonus and regular promotional offers. |
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Burnley–Sheffield United FAQs
Q. What time is the match?
Ans. The match between Burnley FC and Sheffield United FC will be played at Turf Moor at 8pm BST / 4pm EDT / 12.30am IST (April 11).
Q. Who are favourites to win the match?
Ans. Burnley are considered favourites to win the match considering their recent form and the fact that they have been unbeaten at home for some time now.
Q. What is the predicted final score?
Ans. The final predicted score is Burnley 2-1 Sheffield United.
