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West Ham stroll to victory against Sheffield United.

Jarrod Bowen put West Ham 1-0 up in the 24th minute. The first half got even better for West Ham when Tomáš Souček extended their lead, and there was nothing between the teams for the remainder.

The Overview

• In a tight battle for the ball, the Hammers made good use of their possession (53%), generating 20 shots.
• The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Hammers had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 45%.

The Details

James Ward-Prowse posed a threat out wide all game, registering 9 crosses. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. West Ham completed 497 passes while Sheffield United completed 437 passes.

West Ham get back to winning ways. Meanwhile, Sheffield United come away with yet another loss.

Next up, West Ham meet Newcastle at London Stadium on Sunday, October 8th. While Sheffield United take on Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday, October 7th. Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Hammers? Will the Blades halt their terrible form?

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Can either team end their winless run?

West Ham | LLWWW | 7th | Top Scorer: J. Bowen (4)

West Ham's recent form has seen them drop down to 7th in the table. In terms of creating chances, West Ham rank 12th in the EPL for xG (expected goals) with an average of 1.42 xG in their last 5 games. From a defensive point of view, Lucas Paquetá has been the leader, accumulating 16 tackles and 8 interceptions over the season. On the attacking side, Jarrod Bowen has been their leader this season with 16 shots taken (11th in the EPL).

Sheffield United | LLDLL | 20th | Top Scorer: Gustavo Hamer (2)

After failing to win in their last 6 games, Sheffield United are in 20th and need a win to avoid dropping down the table even further. The Blades have lost the possession battle 37% to 63% and the shot battle 42 to 112 over their last 5 matches. Sheffield United will need Oliver McBurnie's creativity in this match. His 1 assist so far this season is the highest number in the team.

West Ham-Sheffield United Prediction: 4-2

Goals are almost inevitable in this game. West Ham will be licking their lips at the prospect of taking on their opponent's defence, but they are prone to conceding goals themselves.

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Strong defensive display gives Newcastle the win.

Sean Longstaff opened the score for Newcastle in the 21st minute following some good work by Anthony Gordon. After the first goal, Newcastle proceeded to add on 7 more goals on the way to an 8 goal thrashing of Sheffield United.

The Overview

• The Magpies cut through the opposition defence with relative ease and registered 22 shots.
• The Blades didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
• The Magpies' shooting precision paid off as they achieved an impressive 68% accuracy.
• Sheffield United let their frustration get the better of them, picking up 4 yellow cards.

The Details

Bruno Guimarães linked the play brilliantly all game, with an 86% pass completion. The Magpies' passing prowess was on show as they completed 604 passes over the course of the game compared to the Blades' 438.

Newcastle make it back-to-back wins. Meanwhile, Sheffield United have now taken 0 points from a possible 6.

Both squads play next on Saturday, September 30th. Sheffield United take on West Ham at London Stadium, while Newcastle meet Burnley at St James' Park. Will the Blades get out of this rough patch? Can the Magpies make it three wins in a row?

Points all round in draw between Sheffield United and Everton.

Abdoulaye Doucouré scored the match's first goal for Everton in the 14th minute. Sheffield United's Cameron Archer responded with a tying goal in the 33rd minute. With the match tied at 1-1, Sheffield United's Jordan Pickford broke the tie with a 45th minute strike. However, they weren't able to hold on as Everton's Arnaut Danjuma netted a leveller in the 55th to secure each team one point.

The Overview

• The Blades saw a bit less of the ball with 45% possession, but that didn't cost them.
• The teams created a similar amount of chances, with the Toffees registering 16 shots to the Blades' 13.

The Details

Idrissa Gana Guèye dictated proceedings and impressed with a 91% pass completion rate. For Sheffield United, Gustavo Hamer led out wide, recording 5 crosses. Neither team showed a superior passing game. The Blades had 383 completed passes while the Toffees completed 459 passes.

Sheffield United finally get another point on the board. Meanwhile, Everton end their streak of defeats.

Both squads play next on Saturday, September 16th. Sheffield United meet Tottenham at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, while Everton meet Arsenal at Goodison Park. Can the Blades build on this result? Will the Toffees continue to make strides?

Man City claim last gasp win against Sheffield United.

Erling Haaland opened the score for Man City in the 63rd minute after being found by Jack Grealish. Sheffield United's Jayden Bogle responded with a tying goal in the 85th minute. With the scores level, Rodri netted a timely 88th minute goal that proved to be the difference, securing Man City all three points.

The Overview

• It was one-way traffic for most of the game; City had an astonishing 80% possession and 30 shots.
• The Blades didn't generate enough chances, only mustering six shots throughout the contest.
• Although they got the win, City were wasteful in front of goal, only getting 30% of their total shots on target.
• Sheffield United let their frustration get the better of them, picking up 4 yellow cards.

The Details

Julián Álvarez continually probed down the flank, getting 12 crosses into the box. Rodri deserves a notable mention with an impressive pass completion rate of 98%. City completed 542 more passes than the Blades, pulling them around the pitch.

Man City keep their winning streak alive. Meanwhile, Sheffield United's woeful losing run continues.

Both squads play next on Saturday, September 2nd. Sheffield United take on Everton at Bramall Lane, while Man City meet Fulham at Etihad Stadium. Will the Blades halt their terrible form? Can City keep their great form going?

Forest leave it late to claim all three points.

Taiwo Awoniyi netted the first goal of the match for Forest in the third minute after being assisted by Serge Aurier. Sheffield United's Gustavo Hamer responded with a tying goal in the 48th minute. With the scores level, Chris Wood netted a timely 89th minute goal that proved to be the difference, securing Forest all three points.

The Overview

• In a tight battle for the ball, the Tricky Trees made good use of their possession (50%), generating 16 shots.
• Although they got the win, the Tricky Trees were wasteful in front of goal, only getting 25% of their total shots on target.

The Details

Danilo dictated proceedings and impressed with a 90% pass completion rate. The Tricky Trees did a good job of cutting off the supply to William Osula, limiting him to only 19 touches. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. Forest completed 440 passes while Sheffield United completed 437 passes.

Forest are back in business as they take all three points. Meanwhile, Sheffield United will hope this isn't the start of a losing streak.

Next up, Forest meet Man United at Old Trafford on Saturday, August 26th. While it doesn't get any easier for Sheffield United; they play Man City on Sunday, August 27th. Can the Tricky Trees win again? Will the Blades get out of this rough patch?

Palace go home with all three points after win over Sheffield United.

Following a goalless first half, Odsonne Edouard scored the match's first goal for Palace in the 49th minute following some good work by Jordan Ayew. This lone goal proved decisive, as Palace kept Sheffield United out for the rest of the game to take the three points.

The Overview

• The Eagles converted their dominance of the ball (67%) possession into lots of chances, clocking up 24 shots.
• The Blades didn't generate enough chances, only mustering eight shots throughout the contest.
• The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Eagles had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 33%.
• Sheffield United lacked discipline, picking up three yellow cards in the game. William Osula, Anel Ahmedhodzic and Anis Ben Slimane all ended up in the referee's book.

The Details

Eberechi Eze was relentless, getting 9 crosses into the opposition box. Sheffield United's Wesley Foderingham seemed off the pace defensively, committing 5 fouls in a frustrating game. The Eagles' range of passing won them the day in the end, completing 286 more passes than the Blades.

Palace start off firing with a win. Meanwhile, Sheffield United will look to bounce back next match.

Next up, Sheffield United take on Forest at The City Ground on Friday, August 18th. While Palace have a tough game ahead against Arsenal on Monday, August 21st. Will the Blades improve and pick up points? Can the Eagles find another win?