Sheffield Utd vs Middlesbrough (Championship) is scheduled for 26 December 2026 at 12:30.
Sheffield Utd vs Middlesbrough: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough | 13 | 8-4-1 | 30:17 | 28 |
| 2 | Southampton | 13 | 8-3-2 | 28:13 | 27 |
| 3 | Swansea | 13 | 8-2-3 | 20:13 | 26 |
| 4 | Wolves | 13 | 7-3-3 | 23:16 | 24 |
| 5 | West Brom | 13 | 7-3-3 | 19:14 | 24 |
| 6 | Birmingham | 13 | 6-5-2 | 23:13 | 23 |
| 7 | Stoke City | 13 | 7-2-4 | 20:16 | 23 |
| 8 | West Ham | 13 | 6-4-3 | 33:18 | 22 |
| 9 | QPR | 13 | 5-5-3 | 21:16 | 20 |
| 10 | Sheffield Utd | 13 | 5-4-4 | 17:15 | 19 |
| 11 | Portsmouth | 13 | 5-4-4 | 16:15 | 19 |
| 12 | Millwall | 13 | 5-3-5 | 23:21 | 18 |
| 13 | Blackburn | 13 | 5-3-5 | 19:20 | 18 |
| 14 | Bristol City | 13 | 5-3-5 | 15:17 | 18 |
| 15 | Norwich | 13 | 5-0-8 | 23:24 | 15 |
| 16 | Lincoln | 13 | 4-3-6 | 14:23 | 15 |
| 17 | Cardiff | 13 | 3-5-5 | 19:20 | 14 |
| 18 | Wrexham | 13 | 3-5-5 | 15:19 | 14 |
| 19 | Bolton | 13 | 4-2-7 | 18:26 | 14 |
| 20 | Charlton | 13 | 3-5-5 | 11:21 | 14 |
| 21 | Watford | 13 | 3-2-8 | 12:23 | 11 |
| 22 | Burnley | 13 | 1-6-6 | 17:25 | 9 |
| 23 | Derby | 13 | 1-4-8 | 11:25 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston | 13 | 1-2-10 | 10:27 | 5 |
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Sheffield Utd vs Middlesbrough: match preview and analysis
Sheffield United host Middlesbrough in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower reaches of the table, with the Blades sitting 14th on nine points after two wins, three draws and two defeats, and a modest -1 goal difference (8‑9). Middlesbrough, perched in fifth place with 13 points from four victories, a draw and a loss, enjoy a +4 goal margin (12‑8) and will be keen to extend their push for the top spots. The two sides have not met this season, so the encounter could prove decisive for Sheffield United’s survival hopes and Middlesbrough’s promotion ambitions. A win for the Blades would tighten the gap to the safety zone, while a Middlesbrough triumph would solidify their position among the league’s front‑runners.
Sheffield Utd vs Middlesbrough: team stats compared
Each team's share in per cent: form in the last matches before this one, goals per match from the table and the head-to-head meetings.
Sheffield Utd vs Middlesbrough: questions and answers
What time and where is kick-off?
26 December 2026, kick-off at 12:30, at Bramall Lane.
Where do the teams stand in the table?
Sheffield Utd: 10th (19 points), Middlesbrough: 1st (28 points).
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