Prediction: Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United – Carabao Cup – 25/08/2026
Preview
Blackburn Rovers will face Sheffield United in the Carabao Cup on Sunday, 25th August 2026, at 3pm UK time. The match promises to be an intense encounter between two teams with contrasting forms.
Blackburn Rovers have been in decent shape, with three wins and two draws in their last five games. They convincingly beat Burton Albion 2-1 in the Carabao Cup, while also securing a 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough in the Championship. However, they were held to a 2-2 draw by Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Championship, and a 1-1 draw by Huddersfield Town in a friendly match. They also secured a 2-0 win over Strasbourg in a friendly match.
Sheffield United, on the other hand, have been struggling, with one win, two draws, and two defeats in their last five games. They comfortably beat Mansfield Town 3-0 in the Carabao Cup, but were held to a 0-0 draw by Swansea City in the Championship. They also drew 0-0 with Birmingham City in the Championship, and secured a 0-0 draw with VfL Bochum 1848 in a friendly match. However, they convincingly beat Rotherham United 2-0 in a friendly match.
Both teams will be looking to gain an advantage in this Carabao Cup match, which is sure to be an exciting encounter.
Blackburn Rovers
Fulltime Result
Sheffield United
home
21.75%
draw
25.54%
away
52.71%
Blackburn Rovers will face Sheffield United in the Carabao Cup on 25/08/2026. Our experts believe that Blackburn Rovers have a slight advantage, but it's a closely balanced match. The odds are in favour of Sheffield United, with our experts estimating a slight advantage, while Blackburn Rovers have a slim chance of winning. A draw is also a possibility, with our experts suggesting that the teams are evenly matched.
Blackburn Rovers have been in good form recently, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They have been undefeated in their last five matches, with their last loss being in the Championship on 22/08/2026 against Middlesbrough. They have also had some impressive victories, including a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough and a 1-2 win over Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup. In their last five games, Blackburn Rovers have had two victories with a goal difference of more than three: a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough and a 1-2 win over Burton Albion.
Sheffield United have also been performing well, with three wins and two draws in their last five games. They have been undefeated in their last five matches, with their last loss being in the Championship on 15/08/2026 against Birmingham City. They have also had some impressive victories, including a 0-3 win over Mansfield Town in the Carabao Cup and a 0-2 win over Rotherham United. In their last five games, Sheffield United have had two victories with a goal difference of more than three: a 0-3 win over Mansfield Town and a 0-2 win over Rotherham United.
Our experts believe that Blackburn Rovers have a slight advantage, but it's a closely balanced match. The odds are in favour of Sheffield United, with our experts estimating a slight advantage, while Blackburn Rovers have a slim chance of winning. A draw is also a possibility, with our experts suggesting that the teams are evenly matched. However, our experts predict that Sheffield United will win the match, given their recent form and the fact that they have been undefeated in their last five games.
Blackburn Rovers
Double Chance
Sheffield United
draw_home
47.29%
draw_away
78.25%
home_away
74.46%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on Sheffield United for the game against Blackburn Rovers, considering this a moderate risk bet.
Blackburn Rovers
Both Teams To Score
Sheffield United
yes
45.12%
no
54.88%
Our experts believe that there is a low probability of both teams scoring in the match between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United. In the last five games, Blackburn Rovers scored a total of 9 goals, while Sheffield United found the net 6 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Blackburn Rovers
Over/Under
Sheffield United
Over 1.5
yes
69.62%
no
30.38%
Over 2.5
yes
44.93%
no
55.07%
Over 3.5
yes
24.07%
no
75.93%
Over 4.5
yes
13.62%
no
86.38%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 1.5 Probability goals in the game between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United. In the last five games, Blackburn Rovers scored a total of 17 goals, while Sheffield United scored 9 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn Rovers x Sheffield United Last matches
Sheffield United
Blackburn Rovers
60%
Draw
20%
Sheffield United
20%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3.4
Both teams score 80
Goals scored(time 1) 1.2
Goals scored(time 2) 2.2
Over 2,5 60
Under 2.5 40
Blackburn Rovers
Total results
Sheffield United
14 matches
8
wins
/
2
draws
/
4
wins
8
wins
(57%)
2
draws
(14%)
4
wins
(29%)
Recent form
Blackburn Rovers
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
1/6 (16.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.83
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 1.5
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Club Friendlies 3 - 22/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Carabao Cup - 08/08/2026
Championship - 14/08/2026
Championship - 22/08/2026
Sheffield United
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
3/6 (50%)
Losses
0/6 (0%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 1.5
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 1.33
Goals conceded 0.17
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 21/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Carabao Cup - 09/08/2026
Championship - 15/08/2026
Championship - 22/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn Rovers are set to face Sheffield United in the 2nd round stage of the 2026 Carabao Cup, having shown promising form in their recent matches. The team's last five games have seen them secure a 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough in the Championship, followed by a draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers. They also won 2-1 against Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup, and drew 1-1 against Huddersfield Town in a club friendly. Their most recent friendly match saw them secure a 2-0 victory over Strasbourg. As they prepare to face Sheffield United, Blackburn Rovers will be looking to build on their recent momentum. Their squad has been performing well, with key players contributing to their success. The team's manager will be looking to select a strong lineup that can take on the challenge of facing Sheffield United. With their recent form and a solid squad, Blackburn Rovers are well-equipped to give Sheffield United a tough match in the 2nd round stage of the 2026 Carabao Cup. In the lead-up to the match, Blackburn Rovers have been in the news for their impressive performances in the Championship and Carabao Cup. The team's manager has been praised for his tactical decisions, and the squad's overall performance has been commended. As the team prepares to face Sheffield United, they will be looking to continue their winning streak and make a strong statement in the 2026 Carabao Cup.Latest news and statistics from Sheffield United
Sheffield United will face Blackburn Rovers in the second round of the 2026/2027 Carabao Cup. The Blades have been preparing for this stage with a mix of competitive and friendly matches. In their last five games, they drew 0-0 against Swansea City in the Championship, followed by a goalless draw against Birmingham City. They then secured a 3-0 win over Mansfield Town in the Carabao Cup, before playing out a 0-0 draw against VfL Bochum 1848 in a club friendly. Their most recent friendly saw them defeat Rotherham United 2-0. As they prepare to face Blackburn Rovers, Sheffield United will be looking to build on their recent performances and make a strong impression in the Carabao Cup. Their squad has been working hard to fine-tune their tactics and strategies, and they will be hoping to cause an upset against their opponents. With their recent results in mind, Sheffield United will be confident of their ability to compete against Blackburn Rovers and make a deep run in the competition. In terms of team news, there have been no major updates or injuries reported for Sheffield United. They will be looking to field a strong team against Blackburn Rovers, with all their key players available for selection. As they take to the pitch, Sheffield United will be focused on executing their game plan and causing problems for their opponents. With their recent form and experience in the Carabao Cup, they will be a force to be reckoned with, and Blackburn Rovers will need to be at their best to progress to the next round.
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Blackburn Rovers
latest line-ups
Sheffield United
Lineup
22.
Balázs Tóth
2.
Ryan Alebiosu
6.
Tom Atcheson
15.
Sean McLoughlin
3.
Harry Pickering
8.
Sam Morsy
31.
Kristi Montgomery
25.
Ryoya Morishita
10.
Todd Cantwell
21.
Oladapo Afolayan
9.
Andri Gudjohnsen
Lineup
Michael Cooper
1.
Japhet Tanganga
5.
Mark McGuinness
25.
Sam McCallum
3.
Joe Rothwell
7.
Femi Seriki
38.
Oliver Arblaster
4.
Sydie Peck
42.
Harrison Burrows
14.
Patrick Bamford
45.
Callum O'Hare
10.
Bench
1.
Aynsley Pears
4.
Yuri Ribeiro
5.
Sidnei Tavares
11.
Jayden Fevrier
17.
Hayden Carter
23.
Yuki Ohashi
28.
Adam Forshaw
29.
Mathias Jørgensen
30.
Jake Garrett
Bench
Matt Doherty
2.
Tom Cannon
9.
Romelle Donovan
11.
Jamie Shackleton
16.
Adam Davies
17.
Tyrese Campbell
23.
Rhys Norrington-Davies
30.
Jamal Baptiste
33.
Jaïro Riedewald
44.
Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United FAQ
Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United when?
The match between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United will take place on 25/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United what time?
The game between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United will start at 19:45 Brasília time on 25/08/2026.
Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Sheffield United can be a moderate risk choice.