Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on September 1, 2026
In the 4th round of the English Championship, Sheffield United will face Bolton Wanderers on September 1, 2026. The hosts will be hoping to finally secure a victory.
Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers team news and expert analysis
The Sheffield club collected 60 points last season, finishing thirteenth on goal difference. They have also started the current campaign with three consecutive draws: a goalless home stalemate against Birmingham was followed by 0-0 and 2-2 draws away to Welsh sides Swansea and Cardiff. Meanwhile, in the League Cup, after eliminating Mansfield, they secured a 2-1 victory away to Blackburn.
The Bolton side had previously dropped into League Two. They returned to the third tier but remained there for some time, finally earning promotion again last spring. They finished fifth and then won the playoffs. In the Championship, they opened with a 2-1 home victory over Preston. That was followed by a draw with QPR and then a defeat to fellow newcomers Lincoln City. In the League Cup, they were eliminated immediately, losing 0-1 away to Sheffield Wednesday.
Wilder's side currently score and concede 0.67 goals per game. The newcomers have exactly the same figures, averaging 0.67 goals scored and 0.67 conceded.
Previous matches: Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers
Sheffield United have won four of their last five encounters, suffering just one defeat. However, the sides have not met since 2019.
It is time for the hosts to finally win in the Championship, and we believe they can do it here (odds – 1.61).
Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers: key statistics and trends
- Sheffield United have drawn all three of their previous league matches
- 33% of Sheffield United's matches have ended with both teams scoring, with an average total of 1.33 goals per match
- Bolton Wanderers have lost two of their four matches
- 33% of Bolton's matches have ended with both teams scoring, with an average total of 1.33 goals per match
Sheffield United vs Bolton Wanderers: Possible starting lineups
Sheffield United play in a 1-4-2-2-2 formation (possible lineup): Cooper - McCallum, McGuinness, Tanganga, Seriki - Peck, Rothwell - O'Hare, Donovan - Cannon, Bamford
Bolton Wanderers play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Bonham - Conway, Famewo, Forino, Stevenson - Erhahon, Sheehan - Gale, McAtee, Larrassabal - Dolby
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow the English Championship standings to keep track of your team's progress.
