Sheffield Wednesday vs Sheffield United

Current streaks

Recent form

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday have shown inconsistent form in their recent matches, with their last six games yielding three wins and three losses. The Owls are currently experiencing a mini-resurgence, having won their last two matches against Norwich and Plymouth Argyle, both with impressive scorelines. However, prior to this, they endured a concerning three-game losing streak, including a heavy 4-0 defeat to Burnley. Despite their mid-table position, Wednesday's matches have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their last six games seeing over 2.5 goals. Their defensive record has been a concern, conceding 10 goals in six matches, but they've managed to keep two clean sheets in this period. The team's ability to bounce back from their losing streak with two consecutive wins, including an away victory against Norwich, suggests a potentially positive turn in their form as they look to climb the Championship table.

Sheffield United

Sheffield United have shown impressive form in their recent fixtures, with four wins, one draw, and only one loss in their last six matches. The Blades are currently sitting comfortably in second place in the Championship, having amassed 77 points from 37 games. Their attacking prowess is evident, scoring 9 goals in the last six matches, averaging 1.5 goals per game. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding only 6 goals and keeping 2 clean sheets during this period. The team has demonstrated resilience, bouncing back from their 3-1 defeat against Leeds United with two consecutive wins. Sheffield United's 3-1 victory over Middlesbrough stands out as their highest-scoring game in this run. Interestingly, the Blades have maintained a balanced goal distribution, with 50% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals and 50% under, while both teams have scored in two-thirds of these fixtures.

Recent home/away form

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday's recent home form has been somewhat inconsistent, with a noticeable decline in results. The Owls have failed to secure a victory in their last five home matches, enduring a run of three consecutive draws followed by two defeats. Their last home win came on New Year's Day, a high-scoring affair against Derby County which ended 4-2. This match stands out as the highest-scoring game in their recent run, contributing significantly to their impressive average of 3.67 total goals per game. Interestingly, both teams have scored in all of their last six home games, and 83% of these matches have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting that Hillsborough has been a venue for entertaining, goal-filled encounters. However, Sheffield Wednesday's inability to keep a clean sheet in these games may be a concern for the team as they look to improve their 11th position in the Championship.

Sheffield United

Sheffield United have been in exceptional form away from home, with an impressive run of five consecutive away victories in the Championship. This remarkable streak has seen them overcome Queens Park Rangers, Luton Town, Derby County, Swansea, and Watford, all by narrow margins. The Blades have shown consistency in their goal-scoring, netting twice in three of these five wins, while also demonstrating defensive solidity with two clean sheets during this run. Their only blemish in recent away form was a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland on New Year's Day, but they have since bounced back emphatically. Sheffield United's away performances have been characterised by tight, competitive matches, with all six recent games ending with a one-goal margin. Their ability to grind out results on the road has undoubtedly contributed to their strong league position, sitting second with 77 points from 37 games.