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Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest – Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 04/03/22, Team News and Lineups
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Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest – Free Betting Tips and Prediction
Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Nottingham Forest Double Chance – 1.75
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: Under 2.5 Goals – 1.67
Nottingham Forest Double Chance
Sheffield United are a formidable force at Bramall Lane, though Nottingham Forest have been on a roll since the turn of the year, losing just one of their last eight Championship assignments since January 1st. The sides couldn’t be separated when they faced off before Christmas and Forest look a generous option in the double chance market again here.
Under 2.5 Goals
In terms of excitement, tussles involving Sheffield United have been hitting low levels in recent weeks, with seven of their last nine matches producing under 2.5 goals. Forest meanwhile, like to keep things tight on the road, where seven of their last nine tests have spawned two or fewer goals. Under 2.5 goals landed in the reverse meeting between the sides in November and a similar outcome looks possible in Friday’s return fixture.
Preliminary review and match prediction for Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest
The Championship’s Friday evening line-up pits two of the division’s playoff contenders against each other at Bramall Lane, when Sheffield United host Nottingham Forest in what could prove a crucial encounter in the Steel City.
Both sides are lurking just outside the top six, with the Blades (7th) just two places and two points ahead of a Forest side that have been making excellent strides since the turn of the year.
With just one defeat in ten fixtures in league and cup since January 1st, Nottingham Forest have been excelling on two fronts, and some excellent performances in the Championship were complemented by superb FA Cup victories over Premier League sides Arsenal and Leicester City.
In Max Lowe (24), Djed Spence (21), Brennan Johnson (20) and James Garner (20), Forest have a clutch of promising young players that have been catching the eye and the Tricky Trees should be tricky opponents for Sheffield United on Friday.
The Blades have won five of their last six league skirmishes on home soil, though their form at Bramall Lane hasn’t always convinced this term. In 15 league fixtures there, United have dropped points seven times and they rank 13th in the division based on their results at home.
Steve Cooper’s youthful Forest outfit won 2-0 at fourth-placed Blackburn in their second-most recent away scuffle – proving once again that they can rise to the occasion when facing teams thought to be stronger.
With a powerful wave of momentum pushing them on, we’re tipping Forest to enjoy another positive result on the road on Friday, though there is enough value in the double chance market to pursue it as a safer option.
Safe Bets
With three clean sheets in their last four Championship matches, Nottingham Forest have looked solid defensively of late and they are a strong option a 1.7 in the +1.0 goal handicap market against a Sheffield United side that scored one or fewer times in four of their last five games.
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Nottingham Forest have developed a handy knack for getting their noses out in front and Steve Cooper’s charges have notched the first goal in an impressive eight of their last ten fixtures in all competitions. The potent deadlock-breakers are available at 2.38 to grab the contest’s first goal at Bramall Lane on Friday.
Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest first goalscorer
With six goals in his last eight appearances, Forest flier Brennan Johnson is gearing up for a fantastic finish to the campaign. The 20-year-old grabbed the first goal for Forest in two of his last two runouts and Johnson looks sharp enough to make a similar impact against Sheffield United on Friday evening.
Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest Team News
Jayden Bogle, David McGolderick, Rhian Bewster and Jack O’Connell are all likely to be out for Sheffield United this week. Paul Heckingbottom could choose to make changes to the team that lost 1-0 at Millwall last time out. Sander Berge and John Fleck are in line to come back into the XI.
Nottingham Forest should have first-choice keeper Brice Samba back from suspension this week, though Lewis Grabban is expected to miss out again with an ankle complaint.
Starting Lineups
Sheffield United: Foderingham – Gordon, Egan, Robinson – Baldock, Norwood, Berge, Norrington-Davies – Ndiaye, McBurnie, Sharp
Nottingham Forest: Horvath – Worrall, Cook, McKenna – Spence, Garner, Colback, Lowe – Zinckernagel, Johnson, Davis
Highlighted Player
James Garner
Midfielder James Garner is on loan at Nottingham Forest from Manchester United for the second season running and the 20-year-old has established himself as a firm fan favourite at his temporary home. Garner notched his second goal in four appearances with an excellent strike against Bristol City last weekend, though it’s his passing range rather than his finishing that usually stands out.
Most popular FAQ for Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 when the teams last met on November 2nd.
Where will this fixture be played?
Friday’s game will be contested at Bramall Lane.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at William Hill for Sheffield United vs Nottingham Forest.
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