Stoke City's recent home form has seen an improvement, with two wins and two draws in their last four matches, averaging 13.5 shots per game. Sheffield United, on the other hand, boasts a solid away defence, conceding only four goals in their last five away games, though their attacking efficiency has been moderate, averaging less than one goal per match. Tactically, Stoke City focuses on wing crosses and aerial duels, while Sheffield United emphasises defensive discipline and counter-attacking quality. The last two encounters between the teams have both ended in draws. From a statistical perspective, Stoke City has a home possession rate of around 52% this season, but their attacking conversion rate is low, with shots on target ranking in the mid-table of the league. Sheffield United's away defensive data is impressive. The question remains whether Stoke City can leverage their home attacking pressure to break down Sheffield United's compact defence through wing play and set pieces. Sheffield United will need to enhance the precision and speed of their counter-attacks, making the most of limited offensive opportunities while maintaining their excellent away defensive structure. Under 2.5 goals predicted in the match between Stoke City and Sheffield United.