Troy Deeney delivers strong Sheffield United v Leeds United prediction

Leeds United and Sheffield United have another crucial game coming up on Monday night as they face off at Bramall Lane, looking to strengthen their position at the top in a game Troy Deeney believes is pivotal in the race for promotion.

The Whites are days away from their next huge Championship promotion bout, taking on the Blades in a game that needs little introduction as first play second, with the Sky Sports pundit explaining his thoughts on the game on Saturday afternoon.

Leeds moved seven clear of third place on Monday night when they came from behind to beat Sunderland at Elland Road, while returning to top spot. Though Burnley’s thumping win last night against Sheffield Wednesday has since cut that back down to four.

Leeds have the opportunity to further stretch in front of the chasing pack with victory on Monday night against Sheffield United, while Chris Wilder and co. will be looking to overtake the league leaders on their own patch, meaning Burnley and Sunderland could cut the gap to Daniel Farke’s men.

The match-up between Leeds and Sunderland at Elland Road proved to be typical of a promotion ‘six pointer’ during the second half of a season. Now, a second game of immense magnitude awaits them when the eyes of the Championship will be on Bramall Lane on Monday.

The league leaders Leeds travel to face second-place Sheffield United and have a huge opportunity to open a five-point lead at the second tier summit. Deeney believes it could be vital ahead of the final 12 games of the season.

Speaking in the build up to Sunderland’s game against Hull City, Deeney was asked about Monday night’s game. He said: “I don’t think we are going to get [a] cat and mouse [type of game].