English Premier League · Regular Season - 4

Sunderland vs Arsenal Prediction

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Published: 10 Sept 2026Updated: 12 Sept 2026, 21:03

Match preview

Sunderland host Arsenal at the Stadium of Light as Premier League fixtures resume. The Black Cats have established a disciplined, compact setup on home turf, consistently limiting opponents' clear-cut chances and keeping matches low-scoring. Arsenal enter the contest in strong overall form, anchoring their campaign on an elite defensive structure that concedes minimal goals per game while maintaining a controlled approach during away trips.

Form and H2H

Arsenal head into this meeting boasting strong recent results, including steady domestic performances and a tight mid-week European victory. Their backline has been especially impressive on the road, rarely allowing multi-goal concessions. Sunderland have proven tough to break down in front of their home supporters, frequently holding opponents to minimal shots on target. Historical encounters and current form trends point toward a tactical contest where neither side is likely to overextend early.

Best Bet

Considering Sunderland's pragmatic approach at home and Arsenal's defensive resilience on the road, a low-margin, cautious match is expected. Both teams prioritize defensive organization, making open, high-scoring end-to-end action unlikely. The main selection for this match is Under 2.5 Goals. Please remember that sports betting is for entertainment purposes only and intended for ages 18+.

Odds to Watch

Key markets to track for this fixture include total goals options, with Under 2.5 Goals offering the main focus based on recent tactical patterns. Bettors may also follow Both Teams to Score (No) and tight handicap lines, which reflect Arsenal's favorite status alongside Sunderland's defensive compactness at home. Always practice responsible gaming.

Sunderland vs Arsenal Odds

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Best odds6.904.101.68
Average6.533.871.59
Lowest odds6.253.701.49
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1X2 prediction for Sunderland vs Arsenal

Date and time 12 September 2026 at 22:00

1X221.5760%
O/UO 1.560%
DCX/280%
BTTSNo40%
1 20%X 20%2 60%

Win Arsenal

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Sunderland vs Arsenal Odds statistic

Average rates from the last stored matches for each team.

SunderlandSunderlandLast matchesArsenalArsenal
100%Over 0.5 goals100%
60%Over 1.5 goals60%
40%Over 2.5 goals60%
0%Over 3.5 goals0%
60%BTTS20%
60%Last 5 BTTS20%

Head to Head SunderlandArsenal

In the last 8 meetings, Arsenal hold the edge — 0 wins for Sunderland, 6 for Arsenal, 2 draws.

0% W025% D — 275% W6
  • Sunderland0:2Arsenal
    Premier League · 12 Sept 2026
  • Arsenal3:0Sunderland
    Premier League · 07 Feb 2026
  • Sunderland2:2Arsenal
    Premier League · 08 Nov 2025
  • Arsenal5:1Sunderland
    League Cup · 21 Dec 2021
  • Arsenal2:0Sunderland
    Premier League · 16 May 2017
  • Sunderland1:4Arsenal
    Premier League · 29 Oct 2016
  • Sunderland0:0Arsenal
    Premier League · 24 Apr 2016
  • Arsenal3:1Sunderland
    FA Cup · 09 Jan 2016
88%Over 0.588%
88%Over 1.588%
63%Over 2.563%
50%BTTS50%
50%Sunderland over 0.588%

Betting profits Sunderland vs Arsenal

Historical P/L if you backed each side on the main markets in their recent matches.

Sunderland

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin+6.28814
Match WinnerDraw-2.80314
Match WinnerLose-6.22314
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5-1.3858
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5+2.8538
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-2.68712
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2+4.83712
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5-2.80614
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5+1.96814
Goals Over/UnderOver 3-3.70614
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3+1.621114
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5-7.78213
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5+2.211113
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5-1.0001
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5+0.1111

Arsenal

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin+4.591114
Match WinnerDraw-5.99214
Match WinnerLose-9.08114
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5-1.5158
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5+3.0238
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-1.45812
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2+1.34512
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5-1.69714
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5+1.84714
Goals Over/UnderOver 3-4.98714
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3+3.481214
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5-8.97214
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5+3.591214
Goals Over/UnderOver 4-3.0003
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4+1.1333
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5-1.0001
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5+0.3111

Match statistics

4242%Possession %58%58
1252%Total shots48%11
338%Shots on target63%5
556%Shots off target44%4
457%Corners43%3
1862%Fouls38%11
467%Yellow cards33%2
1100%Red cards0%0
28242%Passes58%388
21740%Accurate passes60%321
360%Saves40%2
250%Offsides50%2

Key events

SunderlandLast matches Sunderland

Sunderland are in a strong run: 3 wins in the last 5 matches, scoring 1.2 goals per game.

60% W320% D — 120% L1
  • Sunderland1:0Hull City
    WLeague Cup · 08 Sept 2026
  • Brentford1:1Sunderland
    DPremier League · 05 Sept 2026
  • Sunderland1:0Fulham
    WPremier League · 30 Aug 2026
  • Ipswich2:1Sunderland
    LPremier League · 22 Aug 2026
  • Sunderland2:1Rennes
    WFriendlies Clubs · 15 Aug 2026

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
5
Wins
3
Draws
1
Losses
1
Goals / game
1.2
Over 1.5
60%
Over 2.5
40%
BTTS
60%

ArsenalLast matches Arsenal

Arsenal are in a strong run: 5 wins in the last 5 matches, scoring 2.0 goals per game.

100% W50% D — 00% L0
  • Napoli0:1Arsenal
    WUEFA Champions League · 09 Sept 2026
  • Arsenal2:1Chelsea
    WPremier League · 06 Sept 2026
  • Aston Villa0:1Arsenal
    WPremier League · 31 Aug 2026
  • Arsenal3:0Coventry
    WPremier League · 21 Aug 2026
  • Arsenal3:0Manchester City
    WCommunity Shield · 16 Aug 2026

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
5
Wins
5
Draws
0
Losses
0
Goals / game
2.0
Over 1.5
60%
Over 2.5
60%
BTTS
20%

Sunderland vs Arsenal Standings

#TeamMPWDLGDiffPts
1Manchester CityManchester City33007-259
2ArsenalArsenal33006-159
3Hull CityHull City42205-238
4ChelseaChelsea421110-917
5BrentfordBrentford41307-436
6LiverpoolLiverpool41306-426
7IpswichIpswich42027-10-36
8NewcastleNewcastle31206-425
9EvertonEverton31205-325
10LeedsLeeds31203-215
11Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest41214-405
12BrightonBrighton31118-534
13Manchester UnitedManchester United31117-614
14SunderlandSunderland31113-304
15BournemouthBournemouth40316-7-13
16Crystal PalaceCrystal Palace41036-11-53
17FulhamFulham40134-7-31
18TottenhamTottenham30120-5-51
19Aston VillaAston Villa40131-7-61
20CoventryCoventry30030-5-50
League position 14 / 20Comparative team statisticsLeague position 2 / 20
133%Wins100%3
133%Draws0%0
133%Losses0%0
350%Goals scored100%6
3100%Goals conceded33%1
444%Points100%9

Season statistic Sunderland vs Arsenal

SunderlandSunderland

  • Matches played 5
  • Won home / away 3 / 0
  • Lost home / away 0 / 1
  • Goals scored 6 (1.2)
  • Goals conceded 4 (0.8)
  • Clean sheets 2
  • Failed to score 0

ArsenalArsenal

  • Matches played 5
  • Won home / away 3 / 2
  • Lost home / away 0 / 0
  • Goals scored 10 (2.0)
  • Goals conceded 1 (0.2)
  • Clean sheets 4
  • Failed to score 0

Match details

  • Status Finished
  • Venue Stadium of Light, Sunderland

Lineups

Injuries and suspensions

SunderlandSunderland

  • R. MundleUnavailable. Knee Injury
  • H. DiarraUnavailable. Hamstring Injury

ArsenalArsenal

  • W. SalibaUnavailable. Back Injury
  • J. TimberUnavailable. Ankle Injury
  • Cristhian MosqueraUnavailable. Muscle Injury

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