Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 17th, 2026 | The Valley | EFL Championship | 15:00 (GMT)

Struggling Charlton welcome a bruised Sheffield United side to the Valley in what is expected to be a goal-fest down in South East London. Neither Championship outfit can be incredibly proud of their season so far, but perhaps Charlton can celebrate that they’re not stuck in the relegation zone. In light of both teams being chucked out of the FA Cup last weekend, this fixture might be quite the spectacle, despite it hardly being a ‘classic’.

Key Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score at 1.80 odds (Kwiff Bet) represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Predicted Lineups

Charlton Athletic Predicted XI: Kaminski (GK), Bell, Jones, Gillesphey, Coventry, Campbell, Berry, Rankin-Costello, Bree, Leaburn, Kelman

Team News: Kayne Ramsay, Matt Godden, Harry Clarke, Onel Hernandez, and Reece Burke are all injury absences in this match.

Sheffield United Predicted XI: Cooper (GK), McCallum, McGuinness, Tanganga, Seriki, O’Hare, Riedewald, Soumare, Brooks, Bamford, Cannon

Team News: Ben Mee, Chiedozie Ogbene, Sydie Peck, and Tom Davies are all unavailable for this match due to injury.

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Current League Standings

Charlton Athletic are currently fighting for survival in 19th place. With 29 points from 25 games, they hold a slender four-point cushion over the relegation zone. The Addicks have struggled for goals, netting only 25 so far, and their away form remains a significant concern. Manager Nathan Jones will be relying on the home atmosphere at The Valley to pick up the points necessary to keep the club in the division.

It has been a surprisingly difficult campaign for Sheffield United, who currently sit 16th in the table with 32 points. Despite a squad featuring high-calibre players like Callum O’Hare and Gustavo Hamer, the Blades have struggled for defensive consistency, conceding 38 goals in just 25 games. Their 13 losses are the second-highest in the bottom half of the table, leaving them closer to the relegation zone than the play-off spots they were tipped for at the start of the season.

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Head-to-Head Timeline

This pair have met 69 times in a history dating back 90 years. It was a Premier League fixture for one season and one season only back in the 2006/07 season. The Addicks have 22 wins, the Blades have 29, and there have been 18 draws. This is the first time they have shared a division since the 2016/17 League One campaign.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• September 2025: Sheffield United 0-1 Charlton Athletic (EFL Championship)
• March 2017: Sheffield United 2-1 Charlton Athletic (EFL League One)
• November 2016: Charlton Athletic 1-1 Sheffield United (EFL League One)
• March 2014: Sheffield United 2-0 Charlton Athletic (FA Cup)
• January 2012: Charlton Athletic 1-0 Sheffield United (League One)

Recent Charlton Athletic and Sheffield United Matches Analysis

Charlton Athletic Last 5 Matches:

• Charlton Athletic 1-5 Chelsea (FA Cup)
• Blackburn Rovers 2-2 Charlton Athletic (EFL Championship)
• Charlton Athletic 1-1 Coventry City (EFL Championship)
• Portsmouth 2-1 Charlton Athletic (EFL Championship)
• Norwich City 1-0 Charlton Athletic (EFL Championship)

Charlton have won just one of their last 12 fixtures, losing eight. The Addicks had a shock start to the season, but their form rapidly tailed off in November and hasn’t recovered since. Draws against Coventry and Blackburn in their last two league games are positives, but they will need to find that winning touch soon if they’re to stay in this division.

Sheffield United Last 5 Matches:

• Sheffield United 3-4 Mansfield Town (FA Cup)
• Sheffield United 3-1 Leicester City (EFL Championship)
• Stoke City 1-2 Sheffield United (EFL Championship)
• Wrexham 5-3 Sheffield United (EFL Championship)
• Sheffield United 3-0 Birmingham City (EFL Championship)

Sheffield United have gradually started winning more and more this season, with some impressive recent victories over Leicester, Stoke and Birmingham. However, they will be hoping that their performance is nothing like that dreadful loss at home to Mansfield.

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 71.7% confidence in both teams to score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Both Teams to Score @ 1.80 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted plenty of goals in this fixture. Their form and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United

Charlie Kelman (Charlton Athletic): Kelman has become the focal point of an attack fighting to climb the table. After his high-profile move from QPR, he has found his rhythm, scoring in the reverse fixture earlier this season. He currently leads the team in "touches in the opposition box" per 90 (5.4) and will be vital in stretching a disciplined Sheffield United backline.

Mark McGuinness (Sheffield United): Statistically, McGuinness is one of the most dominant aerial defenders in the league, averaging 10 clearances per 90 minutes. Facing a Charlton side that relies heavily on crosses, his positioning will be crucial. Keep an eye on his threat during offensive set-pieces as well; he has already netted three goals this season, capitalising on his 6'4" frame.

Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United Match Facts

Broadcast Details: N/A in the UK due to the 3 pm blackout.

Stadium Information: The Valley is located in Charlton, South-East London, and has a current capacity of 27,111. Originally built in 1919, the stadium was famously constructed by the club's supporters in a former chalk pit, creating its distinctive natural bowl shape. After a period of exile in the 1980s, the ground was modernised between 1992 and 2002, and it remains one of the largest stadiums in the division.

Referee: Oliver Langford (England)