Statistical Preview: Sheffield United vs. Plymouth

Chris Wilder was awarded November’s manager of the month this week, following Sheffield United’s climb to the top position in the Championship. Plymouth is set to visit Bramall Lane, having conceded 10 goals during their last two away fixtures. Sheffield United remains undefeated in their previous five league encounters against Plymouth Argyle, with a record of four wins and one draw. This upcoming game marks their first league match since February 2010, when the Blades secured a 4-3 victory. Plymouth has experienced 14 losses in their last 16 away league games against Sheffield United, alongside one win and one draw, with an average of 2.2 goals conceded per game during this period. Sheffield United has won their last eight games at Bramall Lane without conceding any goals. The last team in the top four tiers to achieve nine consecutive such victories was Chelsea in November 2009, who recorded 10 straight wins ‘to nil’ across all competitions. Plymouth has not won any of their last 12 away league games, registering two draws and ten losses. Additionally, they have conceded at least four goals in each of their last two away matches. The last Championship side to do so in three successive away games was Bolton Wanderers in February 2015. Among all Championship managers who have overseen 50 or more away games since the 2004-05 season, Plymouth’s Wayne Rooney has the highest percentage of losses (38 out of 57, or 67%). He also shares the lowest goals-per-game average in away matches with Paul Sturrock, at 0.67 goals per game. Sandi Toksvig is joined by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi and Alan Davies Grab the mic for Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry and more… Ben Fogle and Kate Humble are back for the festivities at Longleat Safari Park From micro plastics in our air, soil, and waterways, to the extent of food waste at this time of year