Fulham v Sheffield United
Fulham look the most likely of the current three teams occupying the relegation zone to make a dramatic escape, and this game could potentially have huge ramifications on each side’s survival hopes.
They trail Newcastle by just six points, most recently unable to defend their lead against Burnley, with that game ending with the points shared at Turf Moor (xG: BUR 1.57 – 0.50 FUL).
Before that game, Fulham had claimed the scalp of Everton at Goodison Park, creating an impressive 2.37 xG against the Toffees, with Josh Maja making a sensational full debut.
Maja, formerly of Bordeaux and Sunderland, should provide Fulham with a new dimension leading their line, and his goals could be crucial in the looming relegation battle. The price of 13/5 for JOSH MAJA TO SCORE ANYTIME is worth a small stake to score here, looking to continue his blistering start.
Scott Parker’s side’s attacking process certainly isn’t relegation worthy, and while they’ve been poor overall at the back, there’s reasons for optimism.
The Cottagers have conceded an average of just 1.12 expected goals against (xGA) per game across their last five fixtures, displaying impressive improvement at the back. Their performances have been full of promise and, if they can beat Sheffield United, their bid to maintain their topflight status will receive a monumental boost.
Despite being rooted to the bottom of the table, the Blades have delivered some courageous displays in recent weeks. Sadly, for Sheffield United fans, though, they’re still recording miserable numbers, averaging 1.00 xGF and 1.63 xGA per game through their last 10 matches.
Considering what’s at stake here, I’m expecting another low scoring affair. Siding with one team to fail to score and backing BTTS 'NO' at 4/5 is another strong play.
Score prediction: Fulham 1 - 0 Sheffield United (Sky Bet odds: 5/1)
Fulham v Sheffield United best bets
- 1pts BTTS 'No' at 4/5 (General)
- 0.5pt Josh Maja to score anytime at 13/5 (General)
Odds correct at 1230 GMT on 19/02/21
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