The action in the Premier League on Sunday gets underway at Bramall Lane, as Sheffield United face a must-win showdown against West Ham United. But, can the Blades claim maximum points to aid their survival chances this term in the top-flight?
Before Betting On Sheffield United vs West Ham
There will be big pressure on Sheffield United this weekend, as the Blades look for a return to form in order to enhance their chances of remaining in the Premier League this term. The Blades come into the weekend after losing each of their last two, and three of their last four. That run of form sees them remain bottom of the standings, and they are eight points adrift of safety.
Meanwhile, West Ham will be bidding to get back on track after suffering a shock exit in the third round of the FA Cup at the expense of Bristol City in midweek. The Hammers have gone four without defeat in the Premier League, winning three matches over that period. A win this weekend could see them end the round just three points off the Champions League spots.
The Blades were beaten 1-0 by the Hammers in their previous home match against their rivals in the league, but they haven’t lost successive home matches against West Ham since February 1963. However, West Ham come into this match after winning their previous three against the Blades.
The Hammers also have an excellent record against sides starting the day at the bottom of the Premier League standings, winning each of their last eleven. Throughout history, only one team has enjoyed a longer winning sequence against teams at the bottom of the standings.
Sheffield United vs West Ham Offshore Odds & Pick
The pressure will be on Sheffield United this weekend, but the Hammers could be challenging to oppose based on their record against sides starting the day in the bottom three. Therefore, it appears worthwhile to side with an away win on Sunday.
