Sheffield United vs Barnsley betting tips: Championship preview, predictions & odds

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Sheffield United to win by 2 goals (10/3)

Sheffield United have been in impressive form at Bramall Lane over recent weeks.

The Blades are undefeated in eight home matches and have won six of those games.

Barnsley have lost 13 of their 18 matches on the road this season.

Billy Sharp to score anytime (13/10)

Sharp is United’s leading scorer this season.

He has also netted three goals in his last four appearances at Bramall Lane

Match preview: Sheffield United vs Barnsley

Sheffield United’s push for the playoffs was dealt another blow on Wednesday.

The Blades were held to a goalless draw with Blackpool.

They have now won just once in their last five matches.

Paul Heckingbottom’s side are now ninth in the table but just a point off the top six.

Sheffield United v Burnley – Premier League SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND – MAY 23: A general view of the Sheffield United club badge outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Burnley at Bramall Lane on May 23, 2021 in Sheffield, England. A limited number of fans will be allowed into Premier League stadiums as Coronavirus restrictions begin to ease in the UK. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Barnsley extend unbeaten to three

Barnsley extended their unbeaten run to three matches during midweek.

The Tykes produced an impressive win to beat Bristol City.

Poya Asbaghi’s side won 2-0 to move into 22nd place and just two points adrift of safety.

Barnsley have been stuck in the bottom three for months but they are now starting to catch Reading.

Barnsley v Middlesbrough – Sky Bet Championship BARNSLEY, ENGLAND – APRIL 10: Daryl Dike of Barnsley FC celebrates with teammates after scoring their team’s second goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Barnsley and Middlesbrough at Oakwell Stadium on April 10, 2021 in Barnsley, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

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