An intriguing clash on the Premier League opening weekend pits Crystal Palace against Sheffield United.
The Blades are back in the big time after a two-season absence and, after finishing second in the Championship, will need to get off to a good start against the Eagles with the season ahead looking as tough as ever.
Palace are without Wilfried Zaha after a protracted exit on a free transfer, finally leaving to join Galatasaray, but will now look to new shining star Eberechi Eze to continue his fine form under Roy Hodgson, who is sticking around as manager for another season.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Sheffield United vs Crystal Palace is scheduled for a 3pm BST kick-off today, Saturday, August 12, 2023.
The match will take place at Bramall Lane.
Where to watch Sheffield United vs Crystal Palace
TV channel: In the UK, the game will not be televised live due to the Saturday 3pm blackout.
Highlights: The BBC’s flagship highlights show ‘Match of the Day’ will be broadcast from 10.20pm BST on Saturday evening, featuring highlights from every match that day.
Sheffield United vs Crystal Palace team news
Here's how United line up on the opening day vs @CPFC! ⚔️🦅 #SUFC 🔴 pic.twitter.com/qo8J3BtW28
— Sheffield United (@SheffieldUnited) August 12, 2023
This afternoon's starting XI 🙌
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) August 12, 2023
🤝 @shophumm
Sheffield United vs Crystal Palace prediction
Sheffield United impressed last season but have done little to strengthen the squad so far over the summer, while Crystal Palace are - by Hodgson’s own admission - a weaker team than the one he was able to field following his return.
The Blades will live and die by their home form, and this could be an early warning sign of things to come.
Palace to win, 1-0.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Sheffield United wins: 22
Draws: 12
Crystal Palace wins: 23
Sheffield United vs Crystal Palace match odds
Sheffield United: 21/10
Draw: 21/10
Crystal Palace: 29/10
