Charlton vs Sheffield United preview: Phillips returns as Blades target third straight win

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Charlton vs Sheffield United offers two sides in contrasting form a final chance to collect points before the international break. The Championship match kicks off at 3pm GMT on Saturday 7 November at The Valley.

Nathan Jones’ Charlton are trying to end a four-match losing run. Chris Wilder’s visitors arrive chasing a third consecutive victory, boosted by Kalvin Phillips being passed fit.

Charlton vs Sheffield United preview: contrasting momentum

Charlton won their opening three league games but have gone 11 without another victory. Five draws and six defeats in that sequence have left them 21st, four points above the relegation zone.

Tuesday’s 1-0 home defeat by Bolton followed losses against Watford, Norwich and Middlesbrough.

Sheffield United have moved in the opposite direction, collecting 13 points from their last six games. They sit ninth with 22 points after beating Wrexham 1-0 and Preston 3-2, as detailed in Sports Mole’s match preview.

Team	Last six league results, oldest first
Charlton	D D L L L L
Sheffield United	W L W D W W

Sydie Peck gives Charlton another threat to contain

Peck scored a first-half hat-trick at Preston, helping United recover after conceding an early opener. His goals secured their second successive league victory.

Analysis: Charlton cannot focus solely on United’s forwards. Peck’s contribution highlights the importance of tracking midfield runners and preventing second balls from falling to unmarked visitors around the penalty area.

Charlton team news: Ramsay expected to miss out

Kayne Ramsay is expected to miss the game with a groin injury. Collins Sichenje and Rob Apter remain longer-term absentees with knee problems, according to Charlton’s official match preview.

Jones could change his attack after drawing another blank against Bolton. Miles Leaburn is an option to lead the line, while Sonny Carey and Matt Godden offer alternatives.

Sheffield United team news: Phillips fit, Rothwell out

Phillips has recovered from the ankle problem that kept him out at Preston. Wilder confirmed the midfielder trained on Thursday and would travel to London.

Patrick Bamford faces a late assessment on his shoulder. Wilder said the striker needed to demonstrate he could cope with physical contact, rather than simply complete running and passing work.

Joe Rothwell is unavailable with a groin issue requiring minor surgery. The Yorkshire Post’s Friday injury update supersedes earlier suggestions that he might return this weekend.

Liam Kitching is available after suspension. Jamie Shackleton and Ryan Oné are not expected to be ready.

Charlton vs Sheffield United predicted line-ups

These are predicted selections, not confirmed teams. Phillips’ return creates a midfield decision for Wilder, while Bamford’s involvement depends on his fitness test.

Charlton predicted XI: Mannion; McNamara, Jones, Koumetio, Bell; Coventry; Alli, Knibbs, Grant, Tyreece Campbell; Leaburn.

Sheffield United predicted XI: Cooper; Choudhury, Tanganga, Kitching, Burrows; Chong, Peck, Phillips, Donovan; Brereton Diaz, Cannon.

Dave.sport prediction: Charlton 0-1 Sheffield United

Prediction: United’s recent results and Phillips’ return give them the edge. Charlton need greater attacking output to change their fortunes, but the visitors look better placed to settle a tight contest.

A disciplined home performance could keep the game close. For Jones, avoiding an early setback would help prevent United from controlling the match while Charlton chase an equaliser.

Kick-off and live coverage

Charlton vs Sheffield United starts at 3pm GMT on Saturday 7 November. CharltonTV offers live video to supporters outside the UK and Ireland, with audio commentary available to subscribers.

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