Sunderland - Preston North End predictions

The odds are definitely leaning in the hosts’ favour, but this match is far from a done deal. Judging by odds alone, Preston North End may yet be able to walk away with a draw or even a surprise victory – though it’s still a longshot.

From the current standpoint, the situation is obvious. Given the strength of Sunderland and the 5.50 odds given to The Lilywhites to win, it is easy to see that a win for the visiting team would be a stunning surprise.

Sunderland didn’t exactly shine in the previous round when they played at Rotherham United . The whole match was a rather uneventful affair, and both teams went home with a single point after a 1:1 stalemate.

The away team’s previous Championship outing was a close call from the get-go: betting odds saw the two teams as equally-matched, though The Lilywhites did have the support of their home fans. However, they quickly fell behind in the first half and failed to catch up until the bitter end, ultimately recording a 0:1 loss.

Sunderland’s latest visiting performances were rather uneventful. All 5 of them ended with two goals or fewer in total, and the odds are this match is going to end similarly despite being a home game.

Preston North End’s home stadium have seen a lot of conceded goals recently – 7 in the last 3 games, to be exact. Considering they don’t have home-field advantage this time, most online sportsbooks are giving rather short odds on Over markets.

Though a home win is priced at 1.63, the hosts lost their most recent game against Preston North End. The two teams played earlier in the season, though Sunderland were the visitors and the goal difference was quite narrow.

Fortunately, both teams will have a complete lineup this Monday, with no players out due to injury or suspension.

If you’re feeling confident, a Draw/Home wager in the Half Time/Full Time market is the way to go. It’s a fairly risky move, but likely the best way to get some value out of the match this Monday.