Sunderland vs West Ham Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Aug 2025
Premier League Betting Preview: Sunderland vs West Ham
Newly-promoted Sunderland host West Ham in this Premier League opening-weekend match at Stadium of Light, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 16 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Get Ready for a Low-Scoring Encounter
There’s a case for betting Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. The numbers suggest that Sunderland and West Ham might struggle to exceed this total and the odds of -108 look more than fair.
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Both Teams Victorious in Last Game
Sunderland won promotion to the Premier League by beating Sheffield United 2-1 at Wembley in the Championship play-off final. Regis Le Bris' side had most of the ball enjoying 57% possession and three shots on target, while Eliezer Mayenda and Tom Watson scored one goal apiece.
West Ham United won their previous league encounter by a 3-1 scoreline. It was away from home against Ipswich Town at Portman Road. The East London club boasted 58% possession and had six shots on goal, while James Ward-Prowse, Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus found the net.
| Premier League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |  Sunderland |
7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 7:6 | 11 |
| 19 |  West Ham |
7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 16 | -10 | 6:16 | 4 |
3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 6.7 attempts and 2.8 shots on goal. Sunderland have had 46.8% possession and 6.0 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.0 goals from 10.1 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal, while earning 4.3 corners.
Eliezer Mayenda is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Tom Watson, Daniel Ballard, Wilson Isidor and Trai Hume each have 1. Leading assistor is Enzo Le Fee with 2.
West Ham – Last 10 League GamesWest Ham have won 2, lost 4 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.4 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts. The Hammers have averaged 52.7% possession, 481.2 passes, 3.1 corners taken and 5.9 corners against, while conceding 1.4 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts.
Jarrod Bowen has top scored with 6, followed by Tomas Soucek and Mohammed Kudus on 3 and 2. Jarrod Bowen has had 4 assists, with Alphonse Areola notching one clean sheet in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Sunderland confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Robin Roefs (GK), Trai Hume, Daniel Ballard, Jenson Seelt, Reinildo, Habib Diarra, Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Chemsdine Talbi, Eliezer Mayenda, Simon Adingra.
West Ham confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Mads Hermansen (GK), Jean-Clair Todibo, Max Kilman, Nayef Aguerd, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, James Ward-Prowse, Guido Rodriguez, Malick Diouf, Lucas Paqueta, Jarrod Bowen, Niclas Fuellkrug.
Sunderland vs West Ham Prediction & Betting Tips
Get the full betting picture for Sunderland vs West Ham, including a key match prediction, our correct score selection, best corners advice, top player prop picks and a ready-made bet builder.
Match Prediction
We don’t think the net will bulge too many times in this Premier League game. For this reason, we’re backing Under 2.5 Goals and this selection is attractively priced at -108.
The football experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of Premier League stats and present the key numbers to our readers.
Key Sunderland vs West Ham league stats:
Under 2.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, there’s a 51.8% likelihood of our pick winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
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We think there’s a chance of a 1-1 draw and this can be backed at odds of +440. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.
Player Prop Picks
James Ward-Prowse (West Ham) has recorded at least one shot on goal in his past two Premier League matches on the road. There is odds of +205 on offer for this Shots on Target wager and we think he’ll cover the line.
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Jarrod Bowen (West Ham) has found the net in four consecutive Premier League matches. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +185.
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Corners Prediction
West Ham have failed to cover the 5.5 corners line in ten straight away games. We expect West Ham to fall short and this Team Corners wager can be backed at -150.
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this same-game multi including two or less goals, a draw on the 1x2 together with James Ward-Prowse (West Ham) to have one or more shots on target.
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Sunderland vs West Ham 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.
Bookies Have West Ham as Favourites
For this Premier League clash, West Ham United are the +125 favourites to triumph according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. This reflects that they have a 44% chance of winning. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +250 for Sunderland.
West Ham are -118 at -0.25 on the Asian Handicap and this gives you a half stake refund in the event of a draw. However, you get a full payout on your wager if they manage to beat Sunderland.
For those expecting a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader on the Total Goals market. BTTS Yes and BTTS No are both trading at -115, suggesting there’s an equal chance of each pick happening.
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Jarrod Bowen is the First Goalscorer Favourite
You will find favourite Jarrod Bowen at +390 to be First Goalscorer and there’s also the chance to get +150 that he finds the net any time.
Sunderland Aiming to Get Back to Winning Ways at Home
Sunderland haven’t tasted victory at Stadium of Light in the previous four matches. The Wearside club have four defeats, three wins and three draws in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 0.80 goals per match and conceding 0.90.
West Ham have collected five defeats, three wins and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.50.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunderland Home Stats |
3-3-4 | 1.70 | 0.80 | 0.90 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 7 | |
| West Ham Away Stats |
3-2-5 | 2.80 | 1.30 | 1.50 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 3 | |
- 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
Sunderland League Stats
West Ham League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 4.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.70 corners awarded and 2.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.10 corners awarded and 5.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 corners awarded and 5.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 9 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 46.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.70% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
Sunderland vs West Ham Lineups & Team News
Double-check the Sunderland vs West Ham team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the Premier League along with up-to-date injury news.
Sunderland Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
West Ham Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Sunderland Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
West Ham Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Sunderland Substitutes
- 1Anthony Patterson
- 4Daniel Neil
- 9Marc Guiu
- 10Patrick Roberts
- 11Chris Rigg
- 15Omar Alderete
- 18Wilson Isidor
- 28Enzo Le Fee
- 50Harrison Jones
West Ham Substitutes
- 2Kyle Walker-Peters
- 4Edson Alvarez
- 9Callum Wilson
- 15K. Mavropanos
- 23Alphonse Areola
- 28Tomas Soucek
- 30Oliver Scarles
- 32Freddie Potts
- 39Andy Irving
Previous Sunderland Lineups
Previous West Ham Lineups
Premier League Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 14:3 | 16 |
| 2 | Liverpool | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 13:9 | 15 |
| 3 | Tottenham | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13:5 | 14 |
| 4 | Bournemouth | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 11:8 | 14 |
| 5 | Man City | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 15:6 | 13 |
| 6 | Crystal Palace | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9:5 | 12 |
| 7 | Chelsea | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 13:9 | 11 |
| 8 | Everton | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9:7 | 11 |
| 9 | Sunderland | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7:6 | 11 |
| 10 | Man United | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 9:11 | 10 |
| 11 | Newcastle | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6:5 | 9 |
| 12 | Brighton | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 10:10 | 9 |
| 13 | Aston Villa | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6:7 | 9 |
| 14 | Fulham | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8:11 | 8 |
| 15 | Leeds | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7:11 | 8 |
| 16 | Brentford | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9:12 | 7 |
| 17 | Nott’m Forest | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5:12 | 5 |
| 18 | Burnley | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7:15 | 4 |
| 19 | West Ham | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6:16 | 4 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton | 7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5:14 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11:1 | 10 |
| 2 | Bournemouth | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 10 |
| 3 | Liverpool | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:3 | 9 |
| 4 | Man United | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7:4 | 9 |
| 5 | Everton | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5:2 | 8 |
| 6 | Sunderland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 7 | Fulham | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 7 |
| 8 | Brentford | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 9 | Chelsea | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 7 |
| 10 | Aston Villa | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5:5 | 7 |
| 11 | Man City | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:3 | 6 |
| 12 | Newcastle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:5 | 6 |
| 13 | Brighton | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 14 | Crystal Palace | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3:2 | 5 |
| 15 | Leeds | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4:4 | 5 |
| 16 | Tottenham | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:2 | 4 |
| 17 | Burnley | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 18 | Nott’m Forest | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| 19 | Wolverhampton | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:11 | 1 |
| 20 | West Ham | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:10 | 0 |
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