"While Sheffield United might have opened up the 2025/26 campaign in the midst of an infamous Championship rut, Chris Wilder's men have certainly made some serious improvements over recent times. Last seen getting the New Year underway with a stellar performance as they stormed their way to a dominant 3-1 victory against Leicester, the Blades will certainly be smelling a golden opportunity here. Signing off 2025 with an eye-catching 2-1 win away at Stoke, Sunday's hosts have won three of their previous four Championship appearances."
"Laying down a real marker last month as they cruised their way to a 3-0 romp against Birmingham, Sheffield United have continued to shine with their performances on home soil. Including another 3-0 victory against Portsmouth on November 26th, Wilder's side are unbeaten in their last six consecutive showdowns at Bramall Lane (four wins, two draws). It should also be highlighted, the Blades have shipped just a pair of strikes in front of their own supporters over the past two months."
"Although Oxford might have sprung an almighty upset last month as they snatched a 2-1 victory at home against Southampton, it appears that was just a minor boost for the Yellows. Last seen getting 2026 underway with a 2-1 loss away at promotion contenders Ipswich earlier in the week, interim boss Craig Short has a major job on his hands at the Kassam Stadium. Including a 1-0 loss at home against Swansea on December 29th, Sunday's guests have lost four of their previous five Championship"
England's elite fixtures include an eye-catching Sunday afternoon schedule featuring Sheffield United vs Oxford United in the Championship. Sheffield United have improved recently under Chris Wilder, winning three of their last four league matches and starting 2026 with a 3-1 victory over Leicester. The Blades boast strong home form, including consecutive 3-0 wins and an unbeaten six-match run at Bramall Lane, conceding only two goals at home in two months. Oxford United produced a surprise 2-1 win over Southampton but have otherwise struggled, losing four of their last five league matches and suffering a 2-1 defeat at Ipswich, with interim boss Craig Short facing a significant challenge.
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