Sunderland - Bristol City predictions

Predicting which side will win this match based on odds alone is a complete toss-up. We would say the hosts have a bit of an advantage, but their success is by no means assured.

Things are looking problematic for the visiting side. They are going up against a stronger team which also has a home pitch advantage. Victory is still within reach – they’ll just have to work harder than usual to get it.

Sunderland are hoping to avoid the kind of embarrassment they went through last week, right here at the Stadium of Light. Despite both slightly favourable odds and home-field advantage, they never managed to catch up to the opposing team and badly lost the game with a 1:5 goal difference.

Plymouth Argyle were tagged as favourites in Bristol City’s away game in the previous round, but The Robins prevailed in the end. The first half ended inconclusively, but they managed to come out on top and win 0:1.

The hosts have a dubious performance record at home. The previous 3 times they played at home were marked with over 5 goals conceded. That’s bad news considering playing at home is usually seen as an advantage.

Based on their recent history, games in which Bristol City play are often good candidates for bets like Under 5 Goals. Their previous two outings ended up confirming the more risky Under 5 variant.

Though a home win is priced at 2.42, the hosts lost their most recent game against Bristol. The two teams played earlier in the season, though Sunderland were the visitors and the goal difference was quite narrow.

Both teams will be able to field their strongest lineups this Saturday, with no injuries or suspensions to worry about.

And Under 2.5 Goals bet may not be the obvious choice, but that may be exactly what makes it good. The Betway sportsbook is pricing this fixture at 1.60, which offers substantial betting value. It’s not without risks, of course, but it’s statistically an excellent choice.