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Bristol City against Sheffield Utd: 17 October 2026 · 15:00 at Ashton Gate Stadium (Bristol), referee Benjamin Speedie, England. Bristol City (48%) go into the match as favourites. Here you will find our tip, result probabilities, absences and analysis.
Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd: odds comparison
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best odds on the market | 2.02 | 3.54 | 3.89 |
| Market average | 1.97 | 3.46 | 3.70 |
| Lowest odds | 1.93 | 3.30 | 3.60 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.32 | 1.29 | 72.1% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 2.04 | 1.94 | 48.6% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.91 | 1.83 | 51.4% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.47 | 3.31 | 28.1% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.77 | 1.75 | 52.8% |
| BTTS – no | 2.00 | 1.96 | 47.2% |
The odds summarise prices from several bookmakers, updated 17/10/26, 12:01. They are a guide only and may differ at a given operator. Average margin 6.6%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Bristol City 1–1 Sheffield Utd, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Bristol City 14th (15 points), Sheffield Utd 12th (16 points).
- Absences: Bristol City 0, Sheffield Utd 0.
Who will win Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd?
The estimate is based on odds from several bookmakers with the margin removed. It is not a guarantee of the result.
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Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd: absences and injuries
Bristol City
- No reported absences
Sheffield Utd
- No reported absences
The list may change before kick-off.
Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd: table and team form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 12 | 7-4-1 | 27:17 | 25 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 12 | 7-2-3 | 16:13 | 23 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 12 | 6-4-2 | 32:15 | 22 |
| 4 |  Wolves | 12 | 6-3-3 | 20:16 | 21 |
| 5 |  West Brom | 12 | 6-3-3 | 16:13 | 21 |
| 6 |  Southampton | 12 | 7-3-2 | 24:12 | 20 |
| 7 |  Birmingham | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 8 |  QPR | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 9 |  Stoke City | 12 | 6-2-4 | 18:16 | 20 |
| 10 |  Blackburn | 12 | 5-3-4 | 19:16 | 18 |
| 11 |  Portsmouth | 12 | 5-3-4 | 16:15 | 18 |
| 12 | Sheffield Utd | 12 | 4-4-4 | 16:15 | 16 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 12 | 4-3-5 | 19:20 | 15 |
| 14 | Bristol City | 12 | 4-3-5 | 12:15 | 15 |
| 15 |  Lincoln | 12 | 4-3-5 | 13:20 | 15 |
| 16 |  Cardiff | 12 | 3-5-4 | 19:17 | 14 |
| 17 |  Wrexham | 12 | 3-5-4 | 15:18 | 14 |
| 18 |  Bolton | 12 | 4-2-6 | 16:23 | 14 |
| 19 |  Charlton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 11:18 | 14 |
| 20 |  Norwich | 12 | 4-0-8 | 20:22 | 12 |
| 21 |  Watford | 12 | 3-2-7 | 10:20 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 12 | 1-5-6 | 17:25 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 12 | 1-4-7 | 10:21 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 12 | 1-2-9 | 10:25 | 5 |
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Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd: match analysis
Why we made this tip
- Table. Bristol City are 14th with 15 points from 12 matches (4W 3D 5L); Sheffield Utd are 12th with 16 points (4W 4D 4L).
What to expect
We expect Bristol City to have the upper hand: our score estimate is 2–1, so roughly 3 goals in total. The most likely result is 1–1 (12.1%). We expect a fairly even contest.
Our goals tip: Both teams to score (odds 1.77), which we rate at 53%. We put the chance of both teams scoring at 53% and of over 2.5 goals at 49%.
Key points of the prediction
- We expect roughly 3 goals; the chance of over 2.5 goals is 49%.
- Absences: Bristol City 0, Sheffield Utd 0.
Alternative tip: Under 2.5 goals
Alternative: Under 2.5 goals (probability 51%, best odds 1.91). We expect roughly 3 goals, which supports this tip.
Absences
Bristol City will be without: no absences. Sheffield Utd are missing: no absences. Check the team news again before kick-off.
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Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd: frequently asked questions
What is the tip for Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd?
Our tip on the result is Bristol City to win at odds of 2.02, and for goals we suggest Both teams to score at 1.77. The safer option is Bristol City or draw (1X).
Who will win Bristol City vs Sheffield Utd?
By our estimate, the probabilities are: Bristol City win 48%, draw 27%, Sheffield Utd win 25%.
When and where is the match played?
17 October 2026 at 15:00, venue: Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol. Referee: Benjamin Speedie, England.
Who will be missing?
Bristol City: no absences. Sheffield Utd: no absences. The list may change before the match.
Will there be more than 2.5 goals?
By our estimate, the chance of over 2.5 goals is 49% (odds 2.04) and of under 2.5 goals 51% (odds 1.91).
Will both teams score?
We estimate the probability of both teams scoring at 53% (odds 1.77).
What is the most likely correct score?
The most likely score is 1–1 (12.1%), followed by 1–0 (11.5%) and 2–1 (9.4%).
How are your predictions made?
We derive the probabilities from the odds of several bookmakers: we remove the margin and average the prices, then calculate the expected goals and the most likely scores with a Poisson distribution. Team form, head to head and absences are on the page as context. Our predictions are for information only and do not guarantee a win.
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