Watford vs Sheffield United Prediction, Lineups, Preview and Team News | EFL Championship, January 4, 2025
Watford vs Sheffield United Preview
- Tournament: EFL Championship
- Date: Saturday, January 4
- Kick-off Time: 03:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Vicarage Road, Watford.
Sheffield United F.C. must take this game against Watford FC as an opportunity to come out of the winless run of three games in the EFL Championship 2024-25. Hosts Watford must also look for full points in this one, having back-to-back games, but a draw should also be satisfactory for them, hosting one of the best sides of the English second tier this season.
This will be the 25th EFL Championship game this season for Watford FC. They are in the eighth spot, with 37 points. Things would have been better for them, had they been a bit more consistent. Their ill-form have cost them three losses in the past five games. A win here can help them enter the top six.
Sheffield United F.C. have slipped a bit from aiming to lead the table. As a result of their past three games, which has two losses and a draw, they now have 49 points from 25 games, three less than leaders Leeds United FC. They are still one of the favourites to play the English Premier League next season, but if they wish to maintain that they need to get on the winning track again, and this could be the opportunity.
Watford Team News
Watford FC would be having two injury concerns ahead of the game, they are Tom Dele-Bashiru and Imran Louza. However, manager Tom Cleverley should be having enough replacements for the two midfielders.
Sheffield United Team News
Sheffield United have a long list of injuries to worry about: Harry Souttar, Oliver Arblaster, Femi Seriki, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Vinicius Souza, Jamie Shackleton, and Tyrese Campbell are all injured and out.
Watford vs Sheffield United Predicted Lineups
Watford Predicted Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Bachmann
Defenders: Ngakia, Porteous, Pollock, Larouci
Midfielders: Ince, Kayembe, Sissoko
Forwards: Chakvetadze, Bayo, Baah
Sheffield United Predicted Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Cooper
Defenders: Gilchrist, Ahmedhodzic, Robinson, Burrows
Midfielders: Peck, Davies; Brooks, O’Hare, Hamer
Attackers: Moore
Head-to-Head Record
Watford FC and Sheffield United F.C. have met a total of 48 times to date. Watford FC have won 14 games, while Sheffield United F.C. won only 21 games, the remaining 13 games ended in a draw. Records indicate that Sheffield United had an edge over Watford FC. Watford FC and Sheffield United F.C. had their last three meetings in the EFL Championship.
Key Players to Watch in Watford vs Sheffield United
Moussa Sissoko (Watford FC)
The star midfielder rejoined Watford FC this summer after he left for FC Nantes in 2022. Even at 35, the French player is playing an irreplaceable role at the club. He has played in 21 league games this season, mostly leading with the captain’s armband.
His versatility needs no explanation, having efficiently contributed as all CDM, CM, and CAM. In this game, against a well-balanced side, he is expected to take the major responsibility and play a free role, majorly as a central midfielder.
Gustavo Hamer (Sheffield United FC)
The No. 8 is surely Chris Wilder’s trump card in the team. Besides performing all midfield duties efficiently, he dominates the field and also contributes to scoring. He has five goals, and five assists in 24 games, which accounts for 29% goal participation, a huge rate for someone in the midfield.
This can be his chance to increase his goal contributions, as the side will be facing Watford who have lost their last two games and look fragile. The Brazil born Dutch player would love to find the back of the net as he last found the back of the net five games back.
Watford vs Sheffield United Prediction
Sheffield United F.C. are expected to have an easy win in this game, as they hail better form than Watford FC, and also have a stronger squad. However, with the home support on their side, and fewer players injured, Watford FC should give a tough fight.
Predicted Score: Watford 0-1 Sheffield United (Watch Live)
Where to Watch Watford vs Sheffield United Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | Fancode |
FAQs
Q. When is Watford vs Sheffield United?
The EFL Championship Watford vs Sheffield United game will be played on Saturday, January 4 at Vicarage Road, Watford.
Q. Where to watch Watford vs Sheffield United live for free?
The game Watford vs Sheffield United can be watched on Fancode, Paramount+, and Sky Sports.
Q. What is the predicted score in Watford vs Sheffield United?
The predicted score for Watford vs Sheffield United is Watford 0-1 Sheffield United.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Watford vs Sheffield United?
Watford FC and Sheffield United F.C. have met a total of 48 times to date. Watford FC have won 14 games, while Sheffield United F.C. won only 21 games, the remaining 13 games ended in a draw.