Sunderland vs QPR Prediction – Championship

Check out the best guesses for Sunderland vs QPR Here you find the best guess of Sunderland vs QPR For the Championship, in addition to the match analysis and betting tips. Read below our detailed analysis of the two teams, including the recent record and the main statistics of the last games to offer the best guess for this match among Sunderland vs QPR. Sunderland 03 May 2025 – 11::30 Championship 2024/2025 NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 46 QPR

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Sunderland vs QPR: The most likely prediction for this challenge will be the occurrence of some goals. Admittedly, a match controlled by the home team is expected; however, both teams provide entertaining displays, with several scoring opportunities. Thus, it is anticipated that the two clubs will adopt few defensive precautions and that their goals will be in constant danger.

The best prediction for Sunderland vs QPR in the Championship is over 2.25 goals. This is supported by Sunderland’s recent form, where they have struggled defensively, conceding goals in 7 of their last 10 games in this competition. Additionally, QPR has also allowed goals in 9 of their last 10 matches. With both teams likely to push for goals, the expectation is for a high-scoring encounter.

Match preview: Sunderland and QPR play at the Stadium of Light in a match of the 46th round of the Championship. In the last confrontation between these teams in this competition, on 02‑11‑2024, the final result was a draw (0‑0). The record of recent direct confrontations favours the home team, which in the last 6 matches has won 2 and drawn 4. In this match, the home factor may play a decisive role, as QPR has shown differences in performance at home and as visitors.

Team analysis: Sunderland
The home team is currently in 4th place, with 76 points from 21 wins, 13 draws, and 11 losses. In their penultimate match, they lost at home to Blackburn Rovers (0‑1), and in the last match, they lost away to Oxford United (2‑0). Sunderland has been somewhat unaffected by the home factor; their results have been similar both at home and away. In the last 30 matches, they have recorded 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses as visitors, scoring 15 goals and conceding 19, compared to 7 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses at home, with 19 goals scored and 14 conceded. In their last 10 home matches in the Championship, Sunderland has achieved 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, earning 15 points out of a possible 30. Defensive solidity has not been its strong point, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 games in this competition. In 45 games in this competition, they conceded the first goal 16 times and only managed to turn the score around on 4 occasions. Sunderland arrives at this match following a lacklustre performance after their 2-0 defeat against Oxford Stadium. The home team tends to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on quick transitions, especially via the flanks. In this system, Enzo Le Fée, Patrick Roberts, and Wilson Isidor are the primary offensive threats. Midfielder Jobe Bellingham plays a crucial role in organising the offensive play, being essential in the connection between defence and attack. Out of this match is Chris Mepham, suspended, along with Romaine Mundle, Ahmed Abdullahi, Ian Poveda, Jayden Danns, Aji Alese, and Niall Huggins, who are all dealing with physical issues.

Team analysis: QPR
The visiting team is currently in 15th place, with 53 points from 13 wins, 14 draws, and 18 losses. In their penultimate match, QPR lost at home to Swansea City (1‑2), and in their last match, they suffered a heavy defeat at home to Burnley (0‑5). This team is affected by the home factor, performing better when supported by their fans. In their last 30 games, they have recorded 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses as visitors, scoring a total of 16 goals and conceding 25. At home, they have achieved 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with a total of 24 goals scored and 19 conceded. In the Championship, QPR has garnered 12 points from 30 possible, following 4 wins and 6 losses in their last 10 away games. In matches played in the Championship, the most frequent result at the end of the first 45 minutes was 0‑0, which occurred in 10 of their 23 games. The team has allowed goals to their opponents in 9 of the last 10 games, indicating a lack of defensive solidity, although their attack has been consistent, managing to score in 7 of the last 10 games in this competition. In 45 games in this competition, they have only managed to turn the score around on 3 occasions in the 25 matches where they conceded the first goal. In the last 22 away games in this competition, one notable period stands out: they have scored 8 of their 21 goals between the 76th and 90th minutes. Queens Park Rangers enters this match lacking motivation after their 0-5 defeat against Burnley. The visiting team typically sets up in a traditional 4-3-3 formation, where the three most advanced players are Karamoko Dembélé, Ilias Chair, and Harrison Ashby. When they go into the offensive process, they often try to channel their attack down the left side, aiming to take advantage of the depth provided by the full-back Kenneth Paal. Out of this match is Michael Frey, suspended, along with Alfie Lloyd, Sam Field, Koki Saito, Zan Celar, Harvey Vale, and Jake Clarke-Salter, who are all dealing with physical issues.

The best prediction for Sunderland vs QPR in the Championship is over 2.25 goals.