Sheffield United vs Tottenham: Preview, predictions and lineups
- Tottenham travel to the relegated Sheffield Utd to conclude 2023/24 season
- Spurs could relinquish fifth place to Chelsea if they lose
- Lilywhites have lost four of their last five games
Tottenham are aiming to secure their place in next season's Europa League when they visit Sheffield United to conclude their campaign on Sunday afternoon.
Many Spurs supporters were quick to rid themselves of the memories of Tuesday night; one where some were actively cheering against the Lilywhites in a bid to derail Arsenal's Premier League title challenge.
Manchester City's 2-0 victory in N17 means the Cityzens take a two-point lead heading into the final day.
Spurs have no title ambitions of their own and, despite their unproductive finish to the 2023/24 season, there's no denying that a foundation is there for Ange Postecoglou to build upon. A return to the Europa League next season should be regarded as a success.
However, defeat on Sunday would see them risk being usurped in the table by London rivals Chelsea. Sheffield Utd, though, were relegated in April and are one of the worst teams in Premier League history having amassed just 16 points all season. Chris Wilder's side have lost back-to-back games since their relegation was confirmed.
Here's 90min's preview of Sunday's clash at Bramall Lane.
What time does Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham kick-off?
- Location: Sheffield, England
- Stadium: Bramall Lane
- Date: Sunday 19 May
- Kick-off Time: 16:00 BST / 11:00 ET / 08:00 PT
- Referee: Andy Madley
- VAR: Tim Robinson
Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham H2H Record (Last Five Games)
- Sheffield Utd: 2 wins
- Tottenham: 3 wins
- Draws: 0
Current form (all competitions)
Sheffield Utd | Tottenham |
|---|---|
Everton 1-0 Sheffield Utd - 11/05/24 | Tottenham 0-2 Man City - 14/05/24 |
Sheffield Utd 1-3 Nottingham Forest - 04/05/24 | Tottenham 2-1 Burnley - 11/05/24 |
Newcastle 5-1 Sheffield Utd - 27/04/24 | Liverpool 4-2 Tottenham - 05/05/24 |
Man Utd 4-2 Sheffield Utd - 24/04/24 | Chelsea 2-0 Tottenham - 02/05/24 |
Sheffield Utd 1-4 Burnley - 20/04/24 | Tottenham 2-3 Arsenal - 28/04/24 |
How to watch Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham on TV and live stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | N/A |
United States | Peacock |
Canada | fuboTV |
Sheffield Utd team news
Chris Basham is a long-term absentee for the Blades, with Wilder potentially without John Egan again on Sunday due to a calf problem.
A thigh injury is likely to rule George Baldock out, while Oli McBurnie, Rhys Norrington Davies, Tom Davies and Daniel Jebbison are all set to be absent.
Sheffield Utd predicted lineup vs Tottenham
Sheffield Utd predicted lineup vs Tottenham (3-5-2): Foderingham; Souza, Trusty, Robinson; Bogle, Hamer, Arblaster, Brooks, Larouci; Diaz, Archer.
Tottenham team news
Tottenham's injury list has grown once more in recent weeks, with Yves Bissouma the latest to join the treatment table.
Bissouma, Timo Werner, Destiny Udogie, Ben Davies and Richarlison will all miss Sunday's trip to Bramall Lane.
Postecoglou is also without Ryan Sessegnon, Manor Solomon and Fraser Forster for the final game of the season.
Tottenham predicted lineup vs Sheffield Utd
Tottenham predicted lineup vs Sheffield Utd (4-3-3): Vicario; Porro, Romero, Dragusin, Van de Ven; Bentancur, Sarr, Maddison; Kulusevski, Son, Johnson.
Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham score prediction
They couldn't, could they? Defeat for Tottenham on Sunday against a dire Sheffield Utd side would open the door for Chelsea to snatch fifth spot on the final day.
Spurs have struggled down the stretch amid a tough schedule and it'd be fitting if they were beaten on Sunday after their manager complained about the club's fragility.
However, Spurs produced a fine performance against City, with Postecoglou finally changing tack in regards to system and personnel, and such alterations should have greater success against an inferior team. Tottenham might threaten a final day defeat, but they'll eventually get over the line.
Prediction: Sheffield Utd 1-3 Tottenham
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