Leicester City vs Sheffield United: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 29 Nov '25)

The Championship showdown everyone is eagerly anticipating will unfold on Saturday, 29th November 2025. But who holds the upper hand in this encounter between Leicester City and Sheffield United? Let's dive into the stats and decipher the probabilities.

Looking at their direct confrontations, Leicester City has dominated with three consecutive victories, leaving Sheffield United without a single win and no draws. The previous clash on 14th March 2021 saw Leicester trouncing Sheffield with a solid 5-0 victory. Can Sheffield United turn the tables this time?

Recent form is always a significant indicator, and Leicester City seems to be riding a wave of momentum after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Stoke City. Contrastingly, Sheffield United managed just a goalless draw against Queens Park Rangers, which might suggest some attacking troubles. In their respective league standings, Leicester City sits in the 10th spot, while Sheffield United finds itself struggling near the relegation zone at 22nd. Will this difference in form and league standings play a crucial role?

Player performances are equally pivotal. Leicester's danger man is A.F. Issahaku, the team's top scorer with three goals this season. Sheffield's defense will undoubtedly have their hands full trying to keep him at bay. Conversely, Leicester's defense will need to be wary of C. O'Hare, who tops the assist charts for Sheffield United with two assists. Which player will make the decisive impact?

Further diving into the player stats, Bilal El Khannouss, Jannik Vestergaard, and Jakub Stolarczyk lead the ratings for Leicester City, scoring 7.45, 7.34, and 7.27, respectively. On the Sheffield United side, the key players are Gustavo Hamer, Sam McCallum, and Sydie Peck with ratings of 7.02, 6.91, and 6.85. Will these ratings translate into influence on the match day?

The tactical side reveals intriguing insights: Leicester City tends to control games with an average possession of 55.81%, while Sheffield United's possession hovers around 54.07%. Corner-wise, Leicester has averaged 5.81 corners per game this season, a number slightly less than Sheffield United's 7.93 average. Who will take advantage in these tactical elements?

Discipline on the pitch can certainly sway a game. Leicester City has accumulated 33 yellow and one red card, with Sheffield United slightly more disciplined with 26 yellows and a red. Each team has also conceded one penalty. Could disciplinary issues decide this fixture?

Given the statistics and recent form, Leicester City seems poised as the favorites. Their superior head-to-head record, recent form, and positional advantage in the league suggest another victory is on the cards for them. Sheffield United, while no stranger to surprises, will face an uphill battle against a Leicester side looking to extend their winning streak.