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Sunderland vs Brentford: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Sunderland SunderlandvsBrentford Brentford
Our predictionBrentford to win
Model score: Low · 21/100
Score hint: 1-2

The model puts Brentford at 44%. The model sees this as a close contest. Confidence: low.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · Sunderland31%
Draw25%
2 · Brentford44%
1 · SunderlandDraw2 · Brentford
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Model vs market

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply. This is model disagreement, not proven value — we do not yet publish historical profitability.

BTTSYes1.64+21.8%
1X2Sunderland3.58+4.7%
1X2Draw3.54-1.7%
1X2Brentford2.02-3.0%
BTTSNo2.15-21.8%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = model disagreement, not a value bet. Not betting advice.

Expected goals

2.02Sunderland
xG
2.35Brentford
Over 2.5 goals81%
Both teams to score78%

Recent form

SunderlandWDLWD
BrentfordDLWWL

Most likely scorelines

2-27.1%
1-27.1%
2-16.0%
1-16.0%
2-35.6%
1-35.5%
Team strength rating
Sunderland
55
Brentford
52

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Sunderland Brentford

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Brentford win2.02Fair (-3.0%)
Double chanceBrentford or draw—Info

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. A positive edge means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies — model disagreement, not proven value. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model puts Sunderland at 31%. The model puts the draw at 25%. The model puts Brentford at 44%. The model's most likely scoreline is 1-2.

The market leans toward Brentford. Sunderland is priced at 3.58. The draw is priced at 3.54. Brentford is priced at 2.025.

Sunderland have won 3 of the head-to-head meetings. Brentford have won 1 of the head-to-head meetings. The sides have drawn 3 of their head-to-head meetings.

Sunderland have 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Brentford have 2 wins in their last 5 matches.

Sunderland average 1 goals per game this season. Sunderland average 51% possession. Brentford average 4 goals per game this season. Brentford average 70% possession.

The model gives 78% for both teams to score. The model gives 81% for over 2.5 goals.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Sunderland or Brentford?

Our model rates Brentford as the most likely outcome at 44% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Sunderland vs Brentford?

A scoreline around 1-2 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 7 meetings: 3 Sunderland wins, 3 draws, 1 Brentford wins.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.

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