SHEFFIELD, England (Interstat) — Sheffield United looks to rebound from a disappointing loss when it hosts a struggling Birmingham City side in a Championship fixture at Bramall Lane on Saturday.

The Blades (9-5-6) fell 2-0 at West Brom last Friday, snapping a five-match unbeaten run in league play. Prior to that, manager Chris Wilder’s squad had been in strong form, including a 4-0 rout of Stoke City and a dramatic 3-2 win at Leicester City.

Birmingham City (6-7-7) arrives after a 1-1 home draw with Charlton Athletic last Saturday, extending its current winless streak to three matches. The Blues have managed just one victory in their last six outings, a stretch that includes losses to Queens Park Rangers and Southampton.

Recent history suggests a tight contest. Statistical analysis firm Interstat gives Sheffield United a 59.1% probability of victory, but its game simulator projects a 1-1 draw.

Sheffield United’s attack has shown potency, netting three or more goals four times since late October. Birmingham’s defense has been vulnerable, conceding eight goals in its last three road games.

For Birmingham, finding consistency is urgent. A four-game unbeaten streak in early November, highlighted by a 4-1 win over Norwich, has given way to recent frustration. They will need to improve markedly on the road, where they have just two wins this season.

The scheduling adds pressure for both sides. This match kicks off a congested holiday period. Sheffield United visits promoted Wrexham on Dec. 26, while Birmingham hosts Derby County.

Injury reports and lineup decisions from Friday’s training sessions will be closely watched. Sheffield United will aim to reassert its home dominance, while Birmingham desperately seeks points to climb away from the mid-table scramble.

Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. local time at Bramall Lane.