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Football England - Premier League Stadium of Light Sun 14 Dec 09:00
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  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Premier League Betting Preview: Sunderland vs Newcastle

Fierce rivals Sunderland and Newcastle clash in the Tyne–Wear derby at Stadium of Light, with kick-off set for 09:00 on Sunday 14 December.

Magpies Facing Tough Test vs Black Cats

Sunderland +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. This involves splitting our stake between 0 and +0.5, with a win against Newcastle the desired outcome at betting odds of -114.

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3-0 Victory for Newcastle in Last H2H

Sunderland were beaten in their last game. Away from home at Etihad Stadium, Manchester City claimed a 3-0 win. The Wearside club had only 36% possession and one shot on target.

Newcastle United claimed a 2-1 home win over Burnley at St James' Park in their previous Premier League game. Eddie Howe's team boasted 69% possession and had seven shots on goal, while Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon were both on target.

Four days ago, Newcastle drew 2-2 away to Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Newcastle overcame Sunderland away when the sides last clashed. It was a 3-0 FA Cup win at Stadium of Light.

Premier League G W D L GF GA GD GD P
9 Sunderland logo Sunderland 15 6 5 4 18 17 1 18:17 23
12 Newcastle logo Newcastle 15 6 4 5 21 19 2 21:19 22
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Sunderland – Last 10 League Games

4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 9.2 attempts. Sunderland have had 40.9% possession, 346.8 passes and 3.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.3 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 17.7 attempts, while being awarded 4.7 corners.

Top goalscorers are Chemsdine Talbi and Brian Brobbey on 2 goals, while Bertrand Traore has bagged 1. Enzo Le Fee has the most assists with 3, while goalie Robin Roefs has recorded 2 clean sheets.

Newcastle United – Last 10 League Games

Newcastle have won 5, lost 4 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.8 goals from 13.6 attempts and 5.4 shots on goal. The Magpies average 51.2% possession, 446.0 passes, 6.3 corners in their favour and 7.1 corners against, while conceding 1.6 goals from 12.2 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.

Bruno Guimaraes and Nick Woltemade have 4 and they’re top of the team’s scoring charts, with Harvey Barnes on 3. Daniel Burn, Lewis Miley and Bruno Guimaraes have all made 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Nick Pope has one clean sheet.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Sunderland predicted lineup (3-2-4-1): Robin Roefs (GK), Lutsharel Geertruida, Daniel Ballard, Omar Alderete, Nordi Mukiele, Trai Hume, Bertrand Traore, Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Enzo Le Fee, Wilson Isidor.

Newcastle predicted lineup (4-3-3): Aaron Ramsdale (GK), Valentino Livramento, Fabian Schaer, Malick Thiaw, Daniel Burn, Joseph Willock, Bruno Guimaraes, Jacob Ramsey, Anthony Elanga, Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon.

Sunderland vs Newcastle Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the essential Sunderland vs Newcastle betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, a corners value pick, correct score guidance, top player prop plays and a carefully crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll split our stake by backing Sunderland +0.25 at odds of -114 for this Asian Handicap wager. There’s every chance that we see a strong performance from the Black Cats in the Tyne–Wear derby.

Our football betting tips are provided off the back of having access to the very latest team news. We also think it’s vital to study the form guide and delve into the most pertinent Premier League stats before coming up with a verdict.

Key Sunderland vs Newcastle league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Sunderland in 7 consecutive games at home.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Sunderland in 11 of their last 15 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Newcastle in 9 of their last 10 games on the road.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Newcastle in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
Sunderland +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 53.2% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Sunderland Sunderland logo 1 - 0 Newcastle logo Newcastle

One bet that has caught our eye is Sunderland to claim a 1-0 correct score win. This selection is available at +800 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Anthony Elanga Under 0.5 Shots On Target -147 BetMGM logo

Anthony Elanga (Newcastle) hasn’t had a shot on goal in eight of the past ten Premier League matches. There’s plenty of evidence that he will go under the line and you can secure odds of -147 for this Shots on Target bet.

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Bertrand Traoré (Sunderland) is available at +400 to score. We believe that there is merit in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop wager which means we need him to be on the scoresheet.

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Corners Prediction

Newcastle Under 5.5 Corners -159 BetMGM logo

Newcastle have averaged 4.20 corners in the past 5 away matches, with the corner count against Sunderland going under 5.5 in their previous six home games. We’re happy to back the -159 when it comes to Newcastle falling short of the Team Corners line which looks generous.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Sunderland Logo Sunderland
Total
8.10 3.40 4.70
Home
9.40 5.60 3.80
Away
9.40 3.60 5.80
Newcastle Logo Newcastle
Total
13.40 6.30 7.10
Home
13.20 7.40 5.80
Away
11.00 5.00 6.00
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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Sunderland +0.25 -114
Total Goals Under 2.5 -119
Team Corners Newcastle Under 5.5 -159

Our bet builder selections include Sunderland on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, two or less goals in total merged with Newcastle to record under 5.5 corners.

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Sunderland vs Newcastle Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Newcastle Likely to Win According to Latest Odds

Newcastle United are the +123 favourites on the 1x2 betting. That implies a 45% chance of triumphing in this Premier League encounter according to the latest odds. Sunderland are regarded as the least likely winner at +220.

It sometimes pays to take the Draw No Bet option meaning there’s a safety net if the game ends all square. Newcastle can be backed at -172 or alternatively Sunderland are on offer at +120.

You can back Over 2.5 Goals or Under 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -135.

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Nick Woltemade Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Nick Woltemade is the First Goalscorer favourite at +390 and there’s an opportunity to back him to find the net anytime at +155.

Player Goals
Nick Woltemade (Newcastle)
First
+155
Anytime
+390
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Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)
First
+190
Anytime
+480
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Anthony Gordon (Newcastle)
First
+220
Anytime
+550
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Jacob Murphy (Newcastle)
First
+250
Anytime
+600
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Player Shots On Target
Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)
Over 0.5
-238
Under 0.5
+130
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Nick Woltemade (Newcastle)
Over 0.5
-204
Under 0.5
+118
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Anthony Gordon (Newcastle)
Over 0.5
-161
Under 0.5
-109
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Harvey Barnes (Newcastle)
Over 0.5
-161
Under 0.5
-108
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Player Shots
Nick Woltemade (Newcastle)
Over 2.5
-105
Under 2.5
-
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Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)
Over 2.5
-156
Under 2.5
-
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Anthony Gordon (Newcastle)
Over 2.5
+104
Under 2.5
-
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Jacob Murphy (Newcastle)
Over 2.5
+116
Under 2.5
-
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Can Sunderland Continue Unbeaten Home Streak?

Sunderland haven’t tasted defeat in nine consecutive matches at Stadium of Light. Régis Le Bris' team have clocked up five draws, four victories and one defeat in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.50 goals per match and conceding 1.00.

Newcastle have recorded five defeats, four draws and one victory in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.90 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

The previous Stadium of Light encounter involved a 3-0 Newcastle win against Sunderland.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Sunderland logo Sunderland Home Stats 4-5-1 2.50 1.50 1.00 4 6 6 4
Newcastle logo Newcastle Away Stats 1-4-5 2.40 0.90 1.50 5 5 6 4
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Head to Head
Team Stats
Sunderland logo Sunderland League Stats
Newcastle logo Newcastle League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Sunderland vs Newcastle Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the Sunderland vs Newcastle team news before betting. We’ll keep you posted with predicted and confirmed lineups for the Premier League and all current injury news.

Sunderland Predicted Lineup 3-2-4-1

Newcastle Predicted Lineup 4-3-3

Sunderland Predicted Lineup 3-2-4-1

22 Robin Roefs
6 Lutsharel Geertruida 5 Daniel Ballard 15 Omar Alderete
20 Nordi Mukiele 32 Trai Hume
25 Bertrand Traore 34 Granit Xhaka 27 Noah Sadiki 28 Enzo Le Fee
18 Wilson Isidor
32 Aaron Ramsdale
21 Valentino Livramento 5 Fabian Schaer 12 Malick Thiaw 33 Daniel Burn
28 Joseph Willock 39 Bruno Guimaraes 41 Jacob Ramsey
20 Anthony Elanga 27 Nick Woltemade 10 Anthony Gordon

Newcastle Predicted Lineup 4-3-3

Previous Sunderland Lineups

06 Dec Premier League
Man City 3-0 Sunderland
03 Dec Premier League
Liverpool 1-1 Sunderland
29 Nov Premier League
Sunderland 3-2 Bournemouth
22 Nov Premier League
Fulham 1-0 Sunderland
08 Nov Premier League
Sunderland 2-2 Arsenal
03 Nov Premier League
Sunderland 1-1 Everton

Previous Newcastle Lineups

10 Dec Champions League
Leverkusen 2-2 Newcastle
06 Dec Premier League
Newcastle 2-1 Burnley
02 Dec Premier League
Newcastle 2-2 Tottenham
29 Nov Premier League
Everton 1-4 Newcastle
25 Nov Champions League
Marseille 2-1 Newcastle
22 Nov Premier League
Newcastle 2-1 Man City

Injuries & Suspensions

Sunderland Injury Table
Type Name Info
Luke O'Nien Red card (direc
Habib Diarra Groin
Dennis Cirkin Wrist
Leo Hjelde Calf
Ajibola Alese Shoulder
Reinildo Groin
Chemsdine Talbi National team c
Reinildo National team c
Bertrand Traore National team c
Newcastle Injury Table
Type Name Info
Joelinton Groin
Emil Krafth Knee
William Osula Ankle
Sven Botman Low back
Nick Pope Knock
Kieran Trippier Thigh
Team Squads

Sunderland Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Regis Le Bris

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Robin Roefs 22 G 15 1350 15 0 0 0 2 0
Granit Xhaka 34 M 15 1331 15 0 1 4 4 0
Noah Sadiki 27 M 15 1322 15 0 0 0 4 0
Trai Hume 32 D 15 1272 14 1 0 1 3 0
Nordi Mukiele 20 D 13 1170 13 0 1 1 2 0

Newcastle Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Eddie Howe

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Daniel Burn 33 D 14 1214 14 0 0 2 3 1
Bruno Guimaraes 39 M 14 1208 13 2 5 2 3 0
Nick Pope 1 G 12 1066 12 0 0 0 1 0
Sandro Tonali 8 M 15 1007 12 3 0 1 0 0
Malick Thiaw 12 D 12 993 11 4 2 0 1 0
England FlagPremier League Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Arsenal 15 10 3 2 28:9 33
2 Man City 15 10 1 4 35:16 31
3 Aston Villa 15 9 3 3 22:15 30
4 Crystal Palace 15 7 5 3 20:12 26
5 Chelsea 15 7 4 4 25:15 25
6 Man United 15 7 4 4 26:22 25
7 Everton 15 7 3 5 18:17 24
8 Brighton 15 6 5 4 25:21 23
9 Sunderland 15 6 5 4 18:17 23
10 Liverpool 15 7 2 6 24:24 23
11 Tottenham 15 6 4 5 25:18 22
12 Newcastle 15 6 4 5 21:19 22
13 Bournemouth 15 5 5 5 21:24 20
14 Brentford 15 6 1 8 21:24 19
15 Fulham 15 5 2 8 20:24 17
16 Leeds 15 4 3 8 19:29 15
17 Nott’m Forest 15 4 3 8 14:25 15
18 West Ham 15 3 4 8 17:29 13
19 Burnley 15 3 1 11 16:30 10
20 Wolverhampton 15 0 2 13 8:33 2
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Man City 8 7 0 1 22:6 21
2 Arsenal 7 6 1 0 18:2 19
3 Aston Villa 8 6 1 1 13:6 19
4 Brentford 7 5 1 1 15:8 16
5 Newcastle 8 5 1 2 14:10 16
6 Sunderland 7 4 3 0 14:7 15
7 Brighton 8 4 3 1 16:11 15
8 Bournemouth 8 4 3 1 10:5 15
9 Everton 8 4 2 2 11:9 14
10 Fulham 8 4 1 3 14:10 13
11 Man United 7 4 1 2 12:8 13
12 Liverpool 7 4 1 2 11:9 13
13 Leeds 8 3 3 2 13:11 12
14 Chelsea 7 3 2 2 10:7 11
15 Crystal Palace 7 2 4 1 9:7 10
16 Tottenham 8 2 2 4 10:9 8
17 Burnley 7 2 1 4 5:7 7
18 Nott’m Forest 7 2 1 4 8:13 7
19 West Ham 7 2 0 5 8:17 6
20 Wolverhampton 8 0 1 7 7:21 1