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Oxford vs Sunderland Prediction – Championship
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Here you find the best prediction for Oxford vs Sunderland in the Championship, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of the two teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide you with the best prediction for this encounter between Oxford vs Sunderland.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Oxford vs Sunderland
The best prediction for Oxford vs Sunderland in the Championship is that Oxford will not be defeated. With the home team boasting strong support from their fans and being in good form recently, they are likely to secure at least a point. On the flip side, Sunderland has struggled in away matches, making the home advantage quite significant in this encounter.
The best prediction for Oxford vs Sunderland
Double Chance, Oxford or Draw
Match preview: Oxford vs Sunderland
Oxford and Sunderland are set to clash at The Kassam Stadium in the 45th round of the Championship. The last time these teams faced off in this competition, on 26-0-2024, Sunderland emerged victorious at home with a score of (2-0). The recent head-to-head record favours the visiting team, who have secured 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 3 encounters. However, the home advantage may play a crucial role this time, given Oxford’s marked difference in performance at home compared to their away games.
Team analysis: Oxford
The home side currently sits in 19th place, having amassed 49 points from 12 wins, 13 draws and 19 losses. In their penultimate match, they suffered a home defeat to Leeds United (0-1). The previous match ended in a 1-1 draw against Cardiff City. Oxford are particularly reliant on their home support, showcasing a stronger record when playing in front of their fans; in their last 30 matches, they secured 2 wins, 6 draws and 7 losses as visitors, scoring 9 goals and conceding 20, compared to 7 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses at home, where they scored 20 and conceded 24. For the Championship, they garnered 16 points from the last 30 available, demonstrating a commendable home form with 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses in their last 10 matches at their ground. However, the defence has been a concern, conceding in 7 of their last 10 games, despite the attack being relatively consistent, finding the net in 9 of those matches. Overall, in 44 games played, Oxford conceded the first goal 21 times and only managed to overturn the scoreline in 2 instances.
Oxford United head into this match following a 1-1 draw against Cardiff. The sole goal for the team was scored by Cameron Brannagan. The coach typically employs a 4-3-3 tactical setup, where Alex Matos is expected to play a key role in creating opportunities for his attacking colleagues. The forward trio comprising Tyler Goodrham, Mark Harris, and Przemyslaw Placheta will aim to threaten the opposition’s defence. Notably, Matt Phillips, Ciaron Brown, and Max Woltman will miss out on this fixture due to injury concerns.
Team analysis: Sunderland
The visiting team is currently in 4th place, having accumulated 76 points from 21 wins, 13 draws, and 10 losses. They recently faced a setback, losing 2-1 to Bristol City in their penultimate match, followed by a home defeat to Blackburn Rovers (0-1) in their last outing. Sunderland maintains a steady performance away from home, with recent results showing 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses in their last 30 away games, contrasting with a record of 7 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses at home. In their last 10 Championship matches, Sunderland recorded 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, earning 14 points from a possible 30. Among their trend in away matches, results frequently see them finishing the first half at 0-1 (9 in 22 games) or 0-0 (8 in 22 games). Defensive solidity is a concern, as they conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches in this competition. Out of 44 matches, Sunderland conceded the first goal 15 times, managing just 4 comebacks. It is also worth noting that they conceded 10 of their 24 goals during the final minutes of matches (76′-90′).
Sunderland take the field following a disappointing 0-1 loss against Blackburn Rovers. They usually adopt a 4-3-3 tactical approach, leaning towards an offensive style of play that exploits the flanks. The attacking frontline will feature Eliezer Mayenda, Tom Watson, and Milan Aleksic, with a focus on utilising the right flank through the efforts of Alan Browne. However, they will be without Hume due to suspension, alongside Niall Huggins, Aji Alese, Jayden Danns, and Ivan Poveda, all dealing with injuries.
Best guesses for this match
Double Chance, Oxford or Draw
