Prediction for match Southampton — Sheffield United, 21.01.2026

Match Analysis: Southampton vs Sheffield United

On January 21st, in the English Championship, Southampton will face Sheffield United. The odds for the outcome are as follows: a win for Southampton is at 2.32, a win for Sheffield United is at 2.77, and a draw is at 3.64. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Southampton - 40.41%, draw - 25.75%, Sheffield United - 33.84%. Based on these figures, Southampton appears slightly more favorable, but the gap is not critical, and both teams have a chance for success. The option for both teams to score - yes is priced at 1.52, indicating an expectation of a high-scoring game with goals from both sides.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Southampton lost to Hull City 1-2 on January 17th, defeated Doncaster 3-2 on January 10th, and suffered a heavy loss to Middlesbrough 0-4 on January 4th. In the same period, Sheffield United played the following matches: lost to Charlton Athletic 0-1 on January 17th, lost to Mansfield Town 3-4 on January 11th, and confidently beat Leicester 3-1 on January 1st. In a five-match series, Southampton averaged 59.2% possession, 1.8 yellow cards, 9.6 fouls, and 1.4 offsides per game. Sheffield United had 54% possession, 1.4 yellow cards, 8.2 fouls, and 1.6 offsides. In their last head-to-head encounter on September 30, 2025, Sheffield United lost to Southampton 1-2.

Goals by Match Statistics

In Southampton's last five matches, the total over 2.5 was recorded three times, while for Sheffield United, it was four out of five. On average, Southampton scores 2.8 goals per game, while Sheffield United scores 4.6. Southampton scores 1 goal and concedes 1.8, while Sheffield United scored 2.2 times and conceded 2.4. In the first half, the total over 1.5 occurred twice for each team, while in the second half, Southampton - 3 out of 5, Sheffield United - 4 out of 5. Southampton most frequently scores between the 46th and 60th minutes (50%), while Sheffield United distributes its goals throughout the second half: 46-60, 61-75, and 76-90 at 23% each. Southampton concedes most often between the 16th and 30th minutes and 31-45 minutes (33% each), while Sheffield United concedes between the 46th and 60th minutes (40%). The statistics of both teams indicate regular goals both for and against, especially in the second half. Based on this data, the bet on both teams to score - yes seems logical: both sides have confirmed attacking potential, the defense is not flawless, and the BTTS has been consistently observed in recent matches.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

Southampton averages 5.8 corners per match, while Sheffield United averages 6.4. In the last five games, the total over 9.5 corners occurred four times for each team. For the corners total line, the mark of 9.5 stands out: over 9.5 is priced at 1.57, under 9.5 at 2.22. For the outcome on corners, Southampton is the favorite with odds of 1.97. Considering the high average result on corners and frequent occurrences of over 9.5, it makes sense to consider the option on the total over 9.5. It's also worth noting that both teams actively use the flanks and earn many set-pieces, which supports the idea of betting on the over for corners.