Sheffield United host Birmingham City in the Championship, seeking to respond after a 2-0 defeat by West Bromwich Albion ended their six-match unbeaten run. The preview highlights Birmingham’s poor away record, suggesting the match is an opportunity for the Blades to strengthen their home form.

– Sheffield United are unbeaten in three league matches against Birmingham, winning two.
– Birmingham have won only once in seven away league games at Bramall Lane, although they are unbeaten there in four visits.
– The Blades are unbeaten in four Championship home matches, with three clean sheets.
– Birmingham have won one of their past 10 away Championship matches, losing seven.
– Patrick Bamford has scored four goals in six Championship starts against Birmingham.