Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United: match statistics
The match shapes up to be a close clash between two teams in weaker home and away form respectively. Charlton Athletic has a better home record (45% wins in home matches, +1 goal difference), but their last 5 overall matches have been a disaster—0 wins and just 0.4 points per match. Sheffield United presents inconsistent away form (38% wins, but 62% losses and 0% draws); however, they have recently shown better disposition with 1.8 points per match in the last 5 games and 14 goals scored. A key factor is the fact that Sheffield United does not draw away from home (0%), suggesting a decisive result, but the hosts' poor form and their xG advantage (1.45 vs 1.24 for the visitors) could lead to a draw. I expect an open match with many goals (averaging 2.27 for the hosts and 3.31 for the visitors), where neither side will have a clear advantage.
Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Charlton Athletic played against Sheffield United in Championship (England). The game was played on January 17, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Charlton Athletic has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.00 points per game. Sheffield United has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Charlton Athletic scores 1.00 goals per game and allows 1.28. Sheffield United scores 1.44 and allows 1.52. Games in this league average 2.62 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 52% of Charlton Athletic's games and 44% of Sheffield United's. The Over 2.5 rates are 40% and 60%, compared with league averages of 58% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Sheffield United has the higher season xG average, 1.51 to 1.28 per game. Charlton Athletic takes 11.4 shots per game, while Sheffield United takes 13.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Charlton Athletic leads at halftime in 20% of its games and scores 0.64 goals per game after halftime. Sheffield United leads at halftime in 40% and scores 0.68 after halftime.
When the teams score
Charlton Athletic's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). For Sheffield United, it is minutes 0-15 (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.62 goals. Both teams score in 58% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
The match shapes up to be a close clash between two teams in weaker home and away form respectively. Charlton Athletic has a better home record (45% wins in home matches, +1 goal difference), but their last 5 overall matches have been a disaster—0 wins and just 0.4 points per match. Sheffield United presents inconsistent away form (38% wins, but 62% losses and 0% draws); however, they have recently shown better disposition with 1.8 points per match in the last 5 games and 14 goals scored. A key factor is the fact that Sheffield United does not draw away from home (0%), suggesting a decisive result, but the hosts' poor form and their xG advantage (1.45 vs 1.24 for the visitors) could lead to a draw. I expect an open match with many goals (averaging 2.27 for the hosts and 3.31 for the visitors), where neither side will have a clear advantage.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Charlton Athletic | Sheffield United | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 32% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.35 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Sheffield United is 80% better for: last-5 form.
1 pts / game - Charlton Athletic · 1.8 pts / game - Sheffield United
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Sheffield United is 44% better for: goals scored per game.
1 goals / game - Charlton Athletic · 1.44 goals / game - Sheffield United
Charlton Athletic is 19% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.28 goals / game - Charlton Athletic · 1.52 goals / game - Sheffield United
Charlton Athletic scores in 76% of games (19 of 25 meczów), while Sheffield United keeps a clean sheet in 28% (7 of 25 meczów).
Sheffield United scores in 68% of games (17 of 25 meczów), while Charlton Athletic keeps a clean sheet in 28% (7 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Charlton Athletic
Over / Under - Sheffield United
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Sheffield United is 39% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.12 pts / game - Charlton Athletic · 1.56 pts / game - Sheffield United
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Charlton Athletic - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 28%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Sheffield United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 40% of games and wins 40%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.20 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 60% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +4 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (9 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (13). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Charlton Athletic
Sheffield United
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Charlton Athletic | Liga | Sheffield United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.28 | 2.62 | ▲ 2.96 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 52% | 58% | ▼ 44% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 40% | 52% | ▲ 60% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 28% | 24% | ▲ 28% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 48% | 73% | ▼ 64% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 88% | 78% | ▲ 88% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Charlton Athletic's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Sheffield United. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United?
The Championship match finished Charlton Athletic 1:0 Sheffield United. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United?
Charlton Athletic score 1.00 goals per game on average and Sheffield United 1.44. The Championship average is 2.62 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 52% of Charlton Athletic's matches and 44% of Sheffield United's.
What form are Charlton Athletic and Sheffield United in?
Over the last 5 games Charlton Athletic have a 1-2-2 record (1.00 points per game) and Sheffield United 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United?
The statistical background for Charlton Athletic vs Sheffield United — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.