What is our Bournemouth vs Sunderland prediction?
Bournemouth
2 - 1
Sunderland
Our prediction for this match: Bournemouth 2 - 1 Sunderland
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Following a heavy 5-1 defeat to Chelsea, Bournemouth will look to get back on course when they return to home soil to face Sunderland. The Cherries have struggled for consistency lately, but their home performances offer some encouragement, with an average of 1.75 goals scored per game in their recent fixtures at the Vitality Stadium. Alex Scott remains sidelined through injury, while Lewis Cook is pushing for a rare start in midfield. Bournemouth will need a much-improved defensive display after being exposed by Chelsea’s attacking quality.
Sunderland, meanwhile, are searching for a response after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Brighton, extending their losing run in the Premier League to three matches. The Black Cats have found life on the road particularly challenging, conceding an average of 2.0 goals per away game. Brian Brobbey remains unavailable, leaving the visitors without an important attacking option as they attempt to rediscover their early-season form. However, Sunderland have shown they can pose a threat away from home, especially when given space to counter.
Both sides have defensive concerns, but Bournemouth’s home advantage should prove decisive. Therefore, we are tempted to bet on Home Win, alongside Over 2.5 goals and Bournemouth Over 1.5.
This Premier League match will be played on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 14:00.
- Competition
- Premier League
- Kick-off
- Sun 18 Oct, 14:00UK time
Bournemouth vs Sunderland Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Correct ScoreBournemouth 2-1 Sunderland | 900 | |
| Double Chance12 | -275 | |
| Draw No BetBournemouth | -250 | |
| Half Time/Full TimeBournemouth / Bournemouth | 240 | |
| Asian HandicapBournemouth 0 | -250 | |
| European HandicapBournemouth +1 | -275 | |
| Both Teams to ScoreYes | 100 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 GoalsOver 1.5 Goals | -250 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 GoalsOver 2.5 Goals | 130 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 GoalsUnder 3.5 Goals | -450 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 GoalsUnder 4.5 Goals | -1400 | |
| Clean SheetBournemouth: No | -175 | |
| Anytime Goalscorer Evanilson | 187 | |
| First Goalscorer Evanilson | 500 | |
| To be BookedReinildo Mandava | 187 | |
| Total Corners9 - 11 | 160 |
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View OfferBournemouth Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llddwdwllw | 1.20 |
| Home | dwdlw | 1.60 |
| Away | lldwl | 0.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.30 | 2.80 | 3.80 |
| Scored | 1.70 | 2.00 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 0.80 | 2.40 |
| BTTS | 70% | 40% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.75 | 2.19 | 1.30 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.21 | 1.01 | 1.42 |
Sunderland Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwdwlwllw | 1.60 |
| Home | wwwlwl | 2.00 |
| Away | ldlw | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 1.67 | 4.00 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 0.83 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 0.83 | 2.25 |
| BTTS | 50% | 17% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.62 | 1.50 | 1.80 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.12 | 1.12 | 1.12 |
Bournemouth vs Sunderland Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Bournemouth (33%)
6 Matches
Sunderland (33%)
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