Premier League 2025-2026: Sunderland vs Wolves Prediction

Sunderland

Home Team
59%
VS

Wolves

Away Team
20%
Draw: 21%
Over 2.5: 44%
Under 2.5: 56%
Goal: 50%
No Goal: 50%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal 7 5 1 1 14 3 11 16
2 Liverpool 7 5 0 2 13 9 4 15
3 Tottenham 7 4 2 1 13 5 8 14
4 Bournemouth 7 4 2 1 11 8 3 14
5 Man City 7 4 1 2 15 6 9 13
6 Crystal Palace 7 3 3 1 9 5 4 12
7 Chelsea 7 3 2 2 13 9 4 11
8 Everton 7 3 2 2 9 7 2 11
9 Sunderland 7 3 2 2 7 6 1 11
10 Man United 7 3 1 3 9 11 -2 10
11 Newcastle 7 2 3 2 6 5 1 9
12 Brighton 7 2 3 2 10 10 0 9
13 Aston Villa 7 2 3 2 6 7 -1 9
14 Fulham 7 2 2 3 8 11 -3 8
15 Leeds 7 2 2 3 7 11 -4 8
16 Brentford 7 2 1 4 9 12 -3 7
17 Nott'm Forest 7 1 2 4 5 12 -7 5
18 Burnley 7 1 1 5 7 15 -8 4
19 West Ham 7 1 1 5 6 16 -10 4
20 Wolves 7 0 2 5 5 14 -9 2

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Sunderland

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.08
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.98
# Clean Sheets: 2

Wolves

Average Expected Goals (xG): 0.64
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.26
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming Premier League clash between Sunderland and Wolves sees Sunderland as the predicted winner with a 59.0% probability of victory. The odds of a Wolves win stand at 20.0%, with a draw at 21.0%. The match is projected to feature fewer than 2.5 goals, with a 44.0% likelihood of this outcome. Sunderland currently holds the 9th position in the league standings, while Wolves are languishing at the bottom in 20th place.

Match Analysis

Sunderland has shown mixed performances in their last three matches, securing a win against Nottingham Forest, drawing with Aston Villa, and suffering a defeat to Manchester United. Their defensive solidity has been commendable, with two clean sheets in the last five games and only 0.67 goals conceded on average. Offensively, they have been consistent, scoring 2.0 goals per game on average. Their expected goals metrics also show a decent attacking output, suggesting a balanced team performance. On the other hand, Wolves have struggled, managing draws against Brighton and Tottenham but losing to Leeds. They have been inefficient in front of goal, with an average of just 0.33 goals scored over the last five matches. Defensively, they have been somewhat better, conceding an average of 1.0 goals per game. However, with no clean sheets in their recent outings and a lower expected goals tally, their struggles in both attack and defense are apparent.

Final Prediction

Sunderland's edge in this matchup lies in their solid defensive record and consistent scoring ability, which contrasts sharply with Wolves' struggles in both departments. A key factor to watch during the game will be Sunderland's defensive organization, which could prove crucial in maintaining their advantage and securing a win against a goal-shy Wolves side.