Chelsea vs Sheffield United Prediction & Betting Tips - Premier League

Prediction published on 14/12/2023, 10:00  by Sridhar | Modified on 14/12/2023 at 11:04 in Premier League Predictions

Chelsea would be looking to improve their recent form against basement club Sheffield United in this weekend’s Premier League match. This matchday 17 will be played at the Stamford Bridge in London as the hosts look to rise up the standings. Chelsea are 12th in the standings with 19 points while the visitors are bottom and 20th with eight points ahead of this round. The Blues have fallen 11 points behind top-five spots and need improvements on their recent form. They lost three of their last four league matches, including two defeats on the run. The 2-0 loss to Everton last matchday suggests that they are struggling for consistency in the league. Even their home form is indifferent, with only five points from their last six home league matches.

Sheffield United are five points away from safety zone and will stay in the relegation zone after this round, whatever may be the result. They did win 1-0 in their last league game against Brentford, that ended a four-game winless run. They lost three in a row before that win, and will be desperate for consecutive wins for the first time in the season. It is their defensive record that is pulling them back, with their record of 41 goals conceded the worst in the division. The Blades have been blunt on the road, winning just a point in seven away games this season. That came at Brighton though, which suggests this may not be an easy game for Chelsea.