Sheffield United 4-0 Stoke City: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Sheffield United 4-0 Stoke City in the Championship on Saturday, 06 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Sheffield United thrashed Stoke City 4-0 in a dominant display at Bramall Lane. The Blades got off to a flying start when Mark McGuinness headed home from Gustavo Hamer’s assist in the 10th minute, setting the tone early on. Femi Seriki doubled the lead in the 40th minute, and Patrick Bamford made it three just before the break in the 44th, assisted by Seriki, as Sheffield United built on their recent hot streak of four straight wins before this match.

The second half saw Stoke try to push back, but Sheffield United stayed solid, with Sydie Peck sealing the rout from the penalty spot in the 77th minute. Changes at half-time, like Tyler Bindon coming on for Mark McGuinness, helped maintain their shape, while Stoke’s substitutions couldn’t turn the tide. This result extends Sheffield United’s impressive form, contrasting with Stoke’s recent struggles, including three losses in their last four league games.

Despite Stoke City holding 61% possession compared to Sheffield United’s 39%, the Blades made the most of their chances, showing how a team can win without dominating the ball. Sheffield United edged the corners 9-7 and had fewer successful dribbles at 44 against Stoke’s 50, but they were clinical up front with two assists recorded and a penalty scored, while Stoke managed none. Cards were light, with one yellow for Sheffield United and two for Stoke, and both sides used all five substitutions, like Sheffield United bringing on Tyler Bindon for Mark McGuinness at half-time to keep things fresh.

The numbers highlight Sheffield United’s efficiency on the counter, turning limited possession into a big win, whereas Stoke’s higher dribble count didn’t translate into goals or assists.

The game turned early when Mark McGuinness scored from Gustavo Hamer’s assist in the 10th minute, giving Sheffield United a lead they never lost. Femi Seriki’s goal in the 40th minute and Patrick Bamford’s strike, assisted by Seriki, in the 44th piled on the pressure before half-time, with Stoke picking up a yellow for Junior Tchamadeu earlier in the 33rd. At the break, both teams made changes, with Tyler Bindon replacing Mark McGuinness for Sheffield United and Ashley Phillips coming on for Tomas Rigo for Stoke.

In the second half, Sydie Peck’s penalty in the 77th minute wrapped things up, despite Stoke’s efforts with subs like Sam Gallagher for Sorba Thomas in the 57th and later yellow for Ashley Phillips in the 75th. Sheffield United’s double switch in the 65th, with Tom Cannon for Patrick Bamford and Djibril Soumaré for Jaïro Riedewald, kept their momentum, while Andre Brooks’ yellow in the 68th was a minor blip in an otherwise commanding performance.

Sheffield United lined up in a solid 4-4-2 formation, with Patrick Bamford leading the line effectively alongside his strike partner, while Gustavo Hamer provided creativity in midfield to set up chances like the opener for Mark McGuinness. Femi Seriki was a standout on the wing, contributing both a goal and an assist, and the backline held firm until changes like Tyler Bindon replacing Mark McGuinness at half-time. Sydie Peck added energy in the middle, slotting home a crucial penalty late on.

Stoke City set up in a 4-2-3-1 shape, aiming to control midfield with players like Bosun Lawal, but they struggled to break down Sheffield United’s defence despite efforts from Million Manhoef before his substitution for Lamine Cissé in the 71st. Junior Tchamadeu picked up an early yellow, and changes like Ashley Phillips for Tomas Rigo at half-time tried to shore things up at the back. Late subs such as Steven N’Zonzi for Bosun Lawal and Róbert Boženík for Divin Mubama in the 84th couldn’t spark a comeback.

Coral’s Man of the Match goes to Femi Seriki, who was electric for Sheffield United with his goal in the 40th minute and an assist for Patrick Bamford’s strike just before half-time. He also created one big chance and delivered two key passes, making a real difference in breaking down Stoke’s defence. His all-round performance stood out in a game where the Blades were clinical.

Recent Championship matches:

• 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)

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 0-4 vs Sheffield United (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Hull City (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Charlton Athletic (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Leicester City (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Coventry City (H)

Sheffield United have just hammered Stoke City 4-0, boosting their momentum after a run of four wins and a draw in their last five league games, sitting 18th on 22 points. They’ll look to keep climbing when they face Norwich City next on 2025-12-09 at 19:45, with the Canaries down in 23rd on 13 points, making this a good chance for the Blades to pull further away from the bottom and build on their recent form.

Stoke City have just suffered a heavy 0-4 defeat to Sheffield United, adding to their woes with three losses in the last four league outings, despite holding sixth place on 30 points. They need to bounce back quickly against Ipswich Town on 2025-12-10 at 19:45, where the Tractor Boys are fourth on 31 points, so a win could help Stoke close the gap at the top and steady their push for promotion spots.

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