Match Overview

This Matchday 10 fixture will see Sunderland host Everton at the Stadium of Light on November 3. This article provides a comprehensive prediction, betting odds, and key statistics for the Sunderland vs. Everton encounter.

Sunderland’s Form

Under the guidance of Regis Le Bris, Sunderland has surprisingly ascended to 4th place in the after the first quarter of the season. While an easier fixture list might have initially contributed to their strong start, their performance in the previous round unequivocally confirmed their status among the league’s top contenders. In their last outing, the team secured a sensational 2-1 away victory against Chelsea. This win was particularly impressive as it was a comeback, with Sunderland scoring the decisive goal in the 93rd minute.

Sunderland Key Statistics

• The club has avoided defeat in 6 of their last 7 matches, recording 4 wins and 2 draws.
• A total of exactly two or three goals were scored in 7 of Sunderland’s last 9 league encounters.
• At home, the team remains undefeated in the current campaign, boasting 3 wins and 1 draw.

Sunderland’s Provisional Lineup (5-3-2)*

Robin Roefs – Trai Ham, Nordi Mukiele, Lutsharel Geertruida, Daniel Ballard, Reinildo Mandava – Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Enzo Le Fée – Bertrand Traoré, Vilson Isidor.

Everton’s Recent Struggles

For the first time since April, the Liverpool-based side has failed to score in two consecutive matches, also suffering two successive defeats. The club first lost 0-2 away to Manchester City, followed by a crushing 0-3 home defeat against Tottenham. Notably, in their last 6 league outings, David Moyes’ men have managed only 1 victory, alongside 2 draws and 3 losses. The team has fallen to 14th place, though they still maintain a comfortable 6-point buffer from the relegation zone.

Everton Key Statistics

• The club has avoided defeat in 9 of their last 13 fixtures, securing 6 wins and 3 draws.
• Exactly two or three goals were scored in Everton’s last 5 championship matches.
• The Toffees’ away record in the shows a decisive trend, with 9 matches resulting in either a win or a loss (4 wins and 5 defeats).

Everton’s Provisional Lineup (4-2-3-1)*

Jordan Pickford – Michael Keane, James Tarkowski, Jake O’Brien, Vitaliy Mykolenko – Idrissa Gueye, James Garner – Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Jack Grealish, Iliman Ndiaye – Beto Gomes.

Team News and Absentees

Defenders Nathan Patterson and Jarrad Branthwaite are sidelined due to injuries.

Match Official

The referee for this match will be Thomas Bramall (England).

Referee Statistics

• Matches officiated: 16 (, 2024/25–2025/26)
• Yellow cards shown (including second yellows): 52
• Average yellow cards per match: 3.3
• Red cards shown: 5
• Average fouls per match: 20
• Penalties awarded: 19%

Main Match Prediction

Bookmakers appear unconvinced by Regis Le Bris’ side’s recent performances, offering a slight edge to the visitors in this fixture. This stance is notable, especially considering that Sunderland currently occupies a Champions League spot, while Everton is hovering close to the relegation zone. I believe this underestimation of Sunderland presents a valuable opportunity to back them with a handicap, providing some insurance.

Justification for the Prediction

The home team is in superb form, having suffered only 1 defeat in their last 6 encounters. Furthermore, the club maintains an unbeaten record on their home turf in the current championship, conceding just two goals across 4 home matches. The Toffees, on the other hand, are experiencing a minor crisis, failing to win in 5 of their last 6 games this autumn. Everton has also struggled to score, netting no more than one goal in 5 of their previous 6 league outings.

My prediction: Sunderland Asian Handicap (0) with odds of 2.00

* For each team, the starting lineup from their previous match in this tournament is indicated.