They both shoot – yes
They both shoot – yes
Sheffield United
Sheffield United are looking to keep their promotion spot at the end of the season. Currently, Paul Hickinbottom’s side are 2nd with a 5 point lead over Luton and a match to play. In terms of expected goals scored (xg = 1.54) and conceded (xga = 0.98), they rank 2nd and 3rd respectively in the league.
However, the upcoming meeting with Manchester City in the semi-final of the FA Cup on April 22 could prevent the Blades from playing at the highest level in this match. Perhaps the head coach of the team will do a deep rotation.
City of Bristol
Bristol City are in their eighth season in the national second tier. Next year, Nigel Pearson’s team will probably be among the participants of the championship again. After 42 rounds, they took the 14th position, having 10 points from the playoffs and 11 from the relegation zone.
The Robins generate an average of 1.24 xg per game, with 1.21 xg allowed. It is worth noting that in away matches Bristol City does not play as effectively as at home. On their travels, the club only scored 41.5% of their points and conceded 60% of their goals.
Forecast
I assume Bristol City will be more relaxed towards the end of the season and will be able to make the most of their busy schedule, with frequent mistakes in front of their own away goal resulting in conceding goals.