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West Bromwich vs Sunderland Prediction – Championship
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Here you will find the best prediction for West Bromwich vs Sunderland in the Championship, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Below, you will find our comprehensive analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from previous encounters to provide the best prediction for this match between West Bromwich and Sunderland.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between West Bromwich and Sunderland
The best prediction for the match between West Bromwich and Sunderland in the Championship is that there will be fewer than 2.5 goals. Admittedly, West Bromwich Albion is likely to dominate most of the match; nevertheless, Sunderland will also seek to display their football, aiming to break free from the inconsistent run they have experienced on the road. Notably, the “under 2.5 goals” market has been successful in 74% of West Bromwich’s home games.
The best prediction for West Bromwich vs Sunderland
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
Match preview: West Bromwich vs Sunderland
West Bromwich and Sunderland are set to face each other at The Hawthorns in a match for the 40th round of the Championship. The previous encounter ended in a draw (0-0) on 26th November 2024. Recent head-to-head records favour Sunderland, who have achieved 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 games. The home advantage may play a crucial role in this match, as West Bromwich shows a notable disparity in results when playing at home versus away.
Team analysis: West Bromwich
With 13 wins, 18 draws, and 8 losses, the home side currently occupies 6th place with a total of 57 points. In their most recent match, they suffered a 1-0 defeat against Norwich City, following a draw at home against Hull City (1-1) in their previous outing. West Bromwich has proven to be a much stronger team on home turf; over the last 30 matches, they reflect 1 victory, 8 draws, and 6 losses as visitors, compared to 7 wins, 7 draws, and just 1 loss at home. In their last 10 home games in the Championship, West Bromwich boasts 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, earning 23 out of a possible 30 points. In home Championship fixtures, the most common score at the break has been 0-0 (9 times in 19 games). The team has conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive solidity, yet their attack has been consistent, finding the net in 8 of the last 10 games in this competition. There tends to be a trend towards fewer goals in their home fixtures, with 14 out of the last 19 matches concluding with fewer than 2.5 goals. Across 39 games this season, they’ve only managed to come back from behind after conceding the first goal in 1 of the 12 instances. In their last 19 home games, a notable period emerged, scoring 10 of their 25 goals in the interval from 31 to 45 minutes.
West Bromwich Albion approaches this fixture with little motivation following a 1-0 defeat to Norwich. The team typically utilises a 4-4-2 tactical setup, emphasising quick transitions, especially from the flanks. In this formation, the forward duo of Jayson Molumby and Adam Armstrong are crucial. When pushing forward, they often rely on the left flank, leveraging Callum Styles’ attacking depth from defence. Missing the match will be Josh Maja, Jed Wallace, and Semi Ajayi, all sidelined due to injury.
Team analysis: Sunderland
With a record of 20 wins, 12 draws, and 7 losses, the away team currently holds 4th place with 72 points. In their last match, they secured a 1-0 victory over Millwall at home, having previously lost 3-0 against Coventry City in an away match. Sunderland’s performance is notably resilient regardless of the venue, as they reflect similar statistics at home and away; in their last 30 matches, they recorded 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses when playing away, scoring and conceding 16 goals. At home, they achieved 7 wins, 7 draws, and 1 loss, with 21 goals scored and 14 conceded. In the Championship, Sunderland has gathered 14 points from 30 possible, having achieved 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 away games. Common first-half results in away matches include 0-1 (7 occurrences in 20 games) and 0-0 (7 occurrences in 20 matches). Defensive solidity has not been one of their strengths, conceding goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, yet their attack has remained consistent, scoring in 8 of those 10 encounters. In 39 matches this season, they have managed to overturn the score after falling behind in 4 of the 13 instances. Notably, in their last 19 away games, they conceded 9 of their 22 goals in the closing stages from 76 to 90 minutes.
Sunderland enters the match following a 1-0 win against Millwall, with Treat Hume netting the sole goal. The visitors typically employ a 4-4-2 formation, focusing on offensive transitions and directing their attacks through the flanks. Key players in their forward line include Wilson Isidor and Chris Rigg. They often create offensive opportunities down the left side, utilising Hume’s speed and capacity to destabilise opposing defences. Missing this match will be Aji Alese, Daniel Ballard, Niall Huggins, and Salis Abdul Samed due to injuries.
Best predictions for this match
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
