To build an accurate prediction for the Sheffield - Manchester hockey match, scheduled for 24 January 2026 in the United Kingdom. Elite League tournament, it is important to consider the teams' form and other key factors that could influence the outcome. Sheffield have played 50 matches this season, winning 22 of them in regulation, drawing 14 times and suffering 14 defeats. Manchester have played 50 matches this season, in which they won 25 times in regulation, drew 12 times and lost 13 times. In the tournament, Sheffield score an average of 3.4 goals per game against their opponents and concede 2.7. Manchester score 3 and concede 2.9. These sides last met 1 January 2026 at Manchester's home arena, where the home side won that match.