Premier League: Manchester United vs Sheffield United Live
Preview: Manchester United vs Sheffield United
Manchester United vs Sheffield United is set to take place at Old Trafford as the home side seek to get back to winning ways in the league. The Red Devils are set to face Manchester City in the FA Cup final, despite a terrible collapse during their semi-final game against Coventry. Meanwhile, the chances of their visitors surviving in the top-flight league are now very low.
Manchester United secured their spot in the FA Cup final over the weekend, but their performance raised concerns about manager Erik ten Hag’s future. Despite initially leading 3-0 against Coventry, they almost lost the game before winning on penalties. Ten Hag downplayed the situation, but the team’s subdued celebrations hinted at underlying issues. They now face Sheffield United, with a strong record against newly-promoted teams, including 12 consecutive wins this season.
Sheffield United are heading to Manchester facing almost certain relegation, following a 4-1 loss to Burnley that has left them ten points behind safety with only 15 points left to play for. Manager Chris Wilder acknowledged that the Premier League has been too tough for his team all season, and they are likely to return to the Championship next season. They have conceded 88 goals so far this season, just one short of the all-time record set by Derby in the 2007/08 season.
Head-to-head
Manchester United has emerged victorious in three out of the last four matches against the Blades. The Red Devils secured a 2-1 win in their earlier meeting this season held at Bramall Lane in October of the previous year.
Prediction
Man United, who have been easily exploited by opponents, are not likely to dominate their weaker opponents in this match, despite the apparent mismatch on paper. Both teams have a tendency to concede goals, so it is expected that there will be goals scored by both sides, even if fatigue becomes a factor. Although the match may not be aesthetically pleasing, the depleted Man United team is expected to come out on top due to their stronger attacking options.
