Derby County vs Sheffield United - Championship Match
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Derby County vs Sheffield United Preview: Championship Clash
Derby County will host Sheffield United at Pride Park Stadium on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 14:30 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Championship encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Derby County have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 2 wins from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Sheffield United recent form shows 2 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 4 games.
Head-to-Head Record
Sheffield United have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 13 of the last 20 encounters compared to Derby County's 5 wins. With 2 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 14:30 UTC
- Venue: Pride Park Stadium
- Competition: Championship
- Derby County Position: 12th (38 pts)
- Sheffield United Position: 17th (32 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 20): Derby County 5W - 2D - 13W Sheffield United
