Chelsea vs Sheffield United betting tips: Preview, predictions & odds
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Chelsea vs Sheffield United betting tips
This article covers Chelsea vs Sheffield United betting tips and predictions, and these are the betting odds.
o – Chelsea 2/9
o – Draw 21/4
o – Sheffield United 12/1
Note: All odds mentioned in this article are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
Chelsea vs Sheffield United: Match details
Match: Chelsea vs Sheffield United
Competition: FA Cup
Date: March 21, 2021
Kick-off time: 1:30 pm, March 21, 2021 (UK time)
Stadium: Stamford Bridge
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 1: General view of a Chelsea Football Club logo during the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Queens Park Rangers at Stamford Bridge on November 1, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
Betting prediction: Chelsea 3-0 Sheffield United
Thomas Tuchel continued his impressive start to life at Chelsea as he helped guide them past Atletico Madrid and into their Champions League last 8.
The Blues have looked impenetrable under their new German head coach conceding just three goals in three goals in 13 matches.
They host a Sheffield United side who are in disarray as they continue to languish at the bottom of the Premier League.
The Blades lost their first games since the departure of Chris Wilder last weekend as Paul Heckingbottom oversaw a 5-0 defeat to Leicester City.
Chelsea vs Sheffield United: Recommended bets
Olivier Giroud to score first. The Frenchman could lead the line for Chelsea with Tuchel expected to rotate his side from the win over Atletico.
Giroud will be eager to impress Tuchel having been left on the bench for the last couple of matches.
But against a struggling Sheffield United side, Giroud is likely to be trusted and has already netted a few goals under Tuchel.
BUCHAREST, ROMANIA – FEBRUARY 23: Olivier Giroud of Chelsea scores their side’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match between Atletico Madrid and Chelsea FC at National Arena on February 23, 2021 in Bucharest, Romania. Atletico Madrid face Chelsea FC at a neutral venue in Romania behind closed doors after Spain imposed a ban on travellers arriving from the UK in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19 variants. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
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Chelsea vs Sheffield United – recent form and head to head statistics
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Chelsea FC vs FC Porto - 0:1
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Crystal Palace FC vs Chelsea FC - 1:4
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FC Porto vs Chelsea FC - 0:2
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Chelsea FC vs West Bromwich Albion - 2:5
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Chelsea FC vs Sheffield United FC - 2:0
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Latest match form, last 5 games: |
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Sheffield United FC vs Arsenal FC - 0:3
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Leeds United vs Sheffield United FC - 2:1
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Chelsea FC vs Sheffield United FC - 2:0
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Leicester City FC vs Sheffield United FC - 5:0
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Sheffield United FC vs Southampton FC - 0:2
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| April 13, 2021 | UEFA Champions League 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 0 - 1 | FC Porto |
| April 10, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Crystal Palace FC | 1 - 4 | Chelsea FC |
| April 7, 2021 | UEFA Champions League 20/21 | FC Porto | 0 - 2 | Chelsea FC |
| April 3, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 2 - 5 | West Bromwich Albion |
| March 21, 2021 | FA Cup 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 2 - 0 | Sheffield United FC |
| April 11, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Sheffield United FC | 0 - 3 | Arsenal FC |
| April 3, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Leeds United | 2 - 1 | Sheffield United FC |
| March 21, 2021 | FA Cup 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 2 - 0 | Sheffield United FC |
| March 14, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Leicester City FC | 5 - 0 | Sheffield United FC |
| March 6, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Sheffield United FC | 0 - 2 | Southampton FC |
| Chelsea FC | Sheffield United FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Matches played | 4 |
| 4 | Matches won | 3 |
| 36 | Goal attempts | 37 |
| 15 | Shots on goal | 14 |
| 15 | Shots off goal | 12 |
| 17 | Corner kicks | 22 |
| 53% | Average ball possession | 41% |
| 6 | Shots blocked | 11 |
| 36 | Free kicks | 24 |
| 5 | Offsides | 5 |
| 8 | Goals by foot | 4 |
| 1 | Goals by head | 1 |
| 10 | Goals scored | 6 |
| 1 | Goals conceded | 5 |
| 0 | Cards given | 1 |
| 0 | Shots on post | 1 |
| Chelsea FC | Sheffield United FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Matches | 9 |
| 5 | Home Matches | 4 |
| 4 | Away Matches | 5 |
| 15 | Total Goals | 7 |
| 1.67 | Average Goals Scored | 0.78 |
| 6 | Wins | 2 |
| 2 | Losses | 6 |
| 1 | Draws | 1 |
| March 21, 2021 | FA Cup 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 2 - 0 | Sheffield United FC |
| February 7, 2021 | Premier League 20/21 | Sheffield United FC | 1 - 2 | Chelsea FC |
| November 7, 2020 | Premier League 20/21 | Chelsea FC | 4 - 1 | Sheffield United FC |
| July 11, 2020 | Premier League 19/20 | Sheffield United FC | 3 - 0 | Chelsea FC |
| August 31, 2019 | Premier League 19/20 | Chelsea FC | 2 - 2 | Sheffield United FC |
Chelsea vs Sheffield United: Match preview
Chelsea are starting to look like a serious force under Tuchel having reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
The Blues managed to eliminate La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid by winning 3-0 over the two-legs.
In the Premier League, they are once again strong contenders for the top four.
The west London club are currently sat 4th and are three points clear of fifth place.
Defensively, Chelsea have improved dramatically under their new manager conceding just three goals in 13 games.
Tuchel side have now gone six matches without conceding a goal in a seriously impressive run.
LEEDS, ENGLAND – MARCH 13: Rodrigo of Leeds United is challenged by Cesar Azpilicueta of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Chelsea at Elland Road on March 13, 2021 in Leeds, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Sheffield United thrashed by Leicester
Sheffield United were trashed 5-0 by Leicester City last weekend leaving them 14 points away from safety.
The Blades opted to part ways with Chris Wilder before the defeat with Paul Heckingbottom being appointed as an interim.
Their form since the start of the year has been much improved, however, they face a near-impossible task to stay in the division.
Now their attention turns to the FA Cup where they have a shot at reaching the semi-finals, although, an impressive Chelsea side now stands in their way.
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 26: Oliver Burke of Sheffield United during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Everton at Bramall Lane on December 26, 2020 in Sheffield, England. The match will be played without fans, behind closed doors as a Covid-19 precaution. (Photo by Visionhaus)
Chelsea team news vs Sheffield United
Thiago Silva’s return from a thigh injury has been moved back and he is now set to return at the start of next month.
Silva had been crucial for Chelsea prior to the injury, however, his teammates have stepped up with the likes of César Azpilicueta and Antonio Rüdiger particularly impressing.
Tuchel will also have Andreas Christensen back for selection with the defender having recovered from illness.
Tammy Abraham is also likely to be back available for Chelsea having returned to training.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 26: Thiago Silva of Chelsea looks on during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Chelsea at The Hawthorns on September 26, 2020 in West Bromwich, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
Sheffield United team news vs Chelsea
Sheffield United are hopeful that David McGoldrick will be able to return against Chelsea.
The striker has been struggling with a knee injury but is now close to being available once again.
John Egan remains sidelined for the clash but has commenced training on grass and is expected back next month.
Sander Berge, Jack Robinson, Jack O’Connell and Jack Rodwell all remain out of the game.
OSLO, NORWAY – SEPTEMBER 04: Sander Berge of Norway looks on during training session at Ullevaal Stadion on September 4, 2018 in Oslo, Norway. (Photo by Trond Tandberg/Getty Images)
Predicted Chelsea line-up vs Sheffield United
Predicted Chelsea line-up vs Sheffield United
Predicted Sheffield United line-up vs Chelsea
Predicted Sheffield United line-up vs Chelsea
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This article was edited by Benjamin Newman.
