Burnley and Leeds United to seal automatic Championship promotion on Easter Monday
- James M Buttler
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
James Buttler finds the best bets in the two vital Championship promotion matches on Easter Monday.
Burnley v Sheffield United
A high-stakes Championship clash unfolds on Easter Monday as Burnley host Sheffield United in a crucial fixture with Premier League promotion on the line. Scott Parker’s Burnley side sit second, five points clear of the Blades with just three games remaining. Victory at Turf Moor would guarantee the Clarets an immediate top-flight return — and potentially send Leeds up with them.
Burnley arrive in fine form, unbeaten in 30 league matches and boasting the only undefeated home record in the Championship this season. While they've conceded in three of their last four games, their defensive unit remains formidable at Turf Moor, shipping just six goals at home all campaign. Zian Flemming and Josh Brownhill, the latter chasing his 15th league goal, remain key threats in a well-drilled outfit.
Sheffield United, meanwhile, bounced back from a damaging three-game losing streak with a 2-0 win over Cardiff. However, Chris Wilder’s men have struggled against top-four rivals, taking just one point from five such fixtures this season. They’ve also lost four straight league meetings against Burnley, including a 2-0 home defeat on Boxing Day.
With Burnley needing just a win to seal promotion and Sheffield United's poor record in big matches, the momentum strongly favors the hosts. Backing Burnley to win to nil or a narrow 1-0 result looks a solid value play. Given their unbeaten streak, home strength, and United’s struggles against elite Championship opposition, promotion celebrations could well be underway in Lancashire by full-time.
Play a Burnley win 'to nil' at a very tempting 19/10 with BetVictor.
Leeds United v Stoke City
Promotion is within touching distance for Leeds United, who welcome Stoke City to Elland Road on Easter Monday in a pivotal Championship clash. Daniel Farke’s side have hit top form at just the right time, with a seven-match winning streak propelling them to the top of the table, level on points with Burnley and five clear of third-placed Sheffield United.
Victory over Stoke, combined with a slip-up from the Blades, would seal Leeds’ return to the Premier League. They’ve been dominant at home all season and are unbeaten in 18 straight league matches at Elland Road. The Whites are grinding out narrow wins — each of their last three victories coming by a one-goal margin — and will once again rely on the creativity of Manor Solomon, who’s now contributed 12 goals this calendar year.
Stoke, meanwhile, are unbeaten in five and mathematically safe from relegation, but their away record leaves much to be desired. The Potters have scored just 16 goals on the road all season — only two Championship sides have fewer — and they’ll be without key defenders Eric Bocat and possibly Enda Stevens for this daunting trip.
Leeds have all the motivation, momentum, and quality on their side, while Stoke may already be looking ahead to next season. Backing Leeds to win to nil or a 2
3-0 correct score provides solid betting value. With Premier League promotion in sight, expect a focused, professional display from the home side at a packed and buzzing Elland Road.
A Leeds United win and over 3.5 match goals is 21/10 with BoyleSports.
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