Sheffield United vs Norwich City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Sheffield United vs Norwich City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Sheffield United vs Norwich City

• Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025

• Kick-off: 19:45 GMT

• Venue: Bramall Lane

Sheffield United come into this match with a strong run of form, having won their last four games and drawn one. Their recent victories, including a convincing 4-0 win against Stoke City at home, suggest they have the momentum and confidence to challenge any team. With a predicted 4-4-2 formation, Sheffield United's attacking duo of Tyrese Campbell and Patrick Bamford could pose a significant threat to Norwich's defence.

Norwich City, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results recently, with only one win in their last five games. Their most recent loss was a narrow 2-3 defeat to Watford away from home, which might affect their confidence going into this match. Despite this, Norwich's predicted 4-2-3-1 formation could provide them with the flexibility to counter Sheffield United's attack, but they will need to be at their best to secure a positive result.

Sheffield United are in excellent form, having won their last four matches and drawn one. Their most recent victory was a dominant 4-0 win against Stoke City at home, which followed a 3-2 away win against Leicester City. This run of form will undoubtedly boost their confidence and momentum going into the match against Norwich City, suggesting they are likely to perform well.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 4-0 vs Stoke City (H)

• Win: 3-2 vs Leicester City (A)

• Win: 3-0 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Win: 3-0 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)

Norwich City have had a challenging run of form recently, with only one win in their last five games. Their most recent result was a 2-3 loss to Watford away from home, which adds to their inconsistent performances. This mixed form could impact their confidence and performance against a strong Sheffield United side.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 2-3 vs Watford (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Oxford United (H)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Birmingham City (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Leicester City (H)

The head-to-head record between Sheffield United and Norwich City shows a competitive history, with Sheffield United winning two of the last five encounters and drawing three. The most recent match in January 2025 saw Sheffield United secure a 2-0 victory at home. This pattern suggests that Sheffield United have had the upper hand in recent meetings, but Norwich City have shown they can compete, as evidenced by their 1-1 draw in the previous game.

Recent Championship Results

• Sheffield United 2-0 Norwich City (18 Jan 2025)

• Norwich City 1-1 Sheffield United (24 Aug 2024)

• Norwich City 0-1 Sheffield United (01 Apr 2023)

• Sheffield United 2-2 Norwich City (22 Oct 2022)

• Norwich City 2-2 Sheffield United (26 Jan 2019)

• Tom Davies (Calf) – Out

• Chiedozie Ogbene (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Ben Godfrey (Knee) – Doubt

• Jack Stacey (Hamstring) – Out

• Mirko Topic (Knee) – Out

• Ante Crnac (Knee) – Out

• Pape Diallo (Hip) – Out

• Jeffrey Schlupp (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Liam Gibbs (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Lucien Mahovo (Hip) – Doubt

• José Córdoba (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Ben Chrisene (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Gabe Forsyth (Knee) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Cooper (GK), Seriki (DF), McGuinness (DF), Tanganga (DF), McCallum (DF), Brooks (MF), Riedewald (MF), Peck (MF), Hamer (MF), Bamford (AT), Campbell (AT)

Sheffield United are expected to line up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Michael Cooper in goal and a back four of Tanganga, McCallum, McGuinness, and Seriki. This setup should provide a solid defensive base while allowing Sydie Peck and Jaïro Riedewald to control the midfield and support the attacking duo of Tyrese Campbell and Patrick Bamford.

• Predicted lineup: Kovačević (GK), Fisher (DF), Darling (DF), McConville (DF), Springett (DF), McLean (MF), Mattsson (MF), Forson (MF), Marcondes (MF), Schwartau (MF), Sargent (AT)

Norwich City are predicted to use a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Vladan Kovačević in goal and a back four of Darling, McConville, Fisher, and Springett. This formation should allow them to maintain a strong defensive structure while relying on the creativity of Mattsson, Marcondes, Forson, McLean, and Schwartau to support the lone striker Josh Sargent.

• Patrick Bamford vs Harry Darling: Patrick Bamford's attacking prowess will be tested against Harry Darling's defensive skills.

• Jaïro Riedewald vs Oscar Schwartau: Jaïro Riedewald's midfield control will be crucial against Oscar Schwartau's playmaking abilities.

• Gustavo Hamer (Sheffield United): Gustavo Hamer's midfield presence and ability to dictate play will be key for Sheffield United.

• Pelle Mattsson (Norwich City): Pelle Mattsson's role in the midfield will be vital for Norwich City's chances of controlling the game.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Sheffield United vs Norwich City on Sky Sports+ at 19:45 GMT on Tuesday, 09 December 2025

Coral is predicting that the score will be Sheffield United 2-1 Norwich City in this match

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