Roberto De Zerbi takes charge of Tottenham Hotspur for the first time as they travel to face Sunderland, aiming to steer clear of relegation.
Sunderland vs Tottenham Match Summary
Sunderland welcome Tottenham to the Stadium of Light on Sunday afternoon in a Premier League fixture that carries very different stakes for each side. The Black Cats sit 11th with 43 points and remain in the hunt for European qualification after their dramatic late derby victory at Newcastle before the international break.
Tottenham, meanwhile, are 17th on 30 points and staring down the barrel of a relegation fight, winless in 13 league outings. Roberto De Zerbi takes charge of his first match as Spurs boss after replacing the sacked Thomas Frank, and few new managers have walked into a tougher opening assignment. With Spurs carrying a lengthy injury list and Sunderland buoyed by that Tyne-Wear triumph, this fixture has the feel of a genuine six-pointer at both ends of the table.
Sunderland vs Tottenham Form
Sunderland arrive here on the back of that morale-boosting win at St James' Park, though their home form tells a different story. Regis Le Bris's side have lost their last three Premier League outings at the Stadium of Light, which takes some of the shine off their overall campaign. Tottenham's form is nothing short of dire. Spurs have failed to win any of their last 13 league fixtures and have lost six of their last seven.
They have conceded at least two goals in 10 of their last 11 Premier League matches, and have been behind at both half-time and full-time in five of their last seven. On the road, though, there is a sliver of hope for the visitors. Five of Tottenham's seven top-flight wins this season have come away from home, and they are unbeaten in their last nine meetings with Sunderland across all competitions.
Who is the Betting Favourite in Sunderland vs Tottenham?
Tottenham head into the match as marginal betting favourites against Sunderland, with the latest odds indicating a 40% chance of victory compared to Sunderland’s 38%.
| Match Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Sunderland | 7/4 | bet365 |
| Tottenham | 7/4 | AK Bets |
| Draw | 12/5 | Betfred |
Odds last updated at 11:30AM Sunday, 12th April. View the full market on the Sunderland vs Tottenham match winner page on Oddschecker.
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Sunderland vs Tottenham Predicted Lineups & Team News
Sunderland
Dan Ballard is doubtful with a thigh injury but remains in the predicted lineup. Nordi Mukiele could make his first start since February after returning to the bench against Newcastle.
Tottenham
Guglielmo Vicario has undergone hernia surgery, so Antonin Kinsky is set to make his first Premier League start of the season. Lucas Bergvall could come into the team after recovering from an ankle injury, and none of Tottenham's other absentees will return.
Sunderland vs Tottenham Predicted Lineup
Sunderland (4-3-3): M. Ellborg; T. Hume, D. Ballard, O. Alderete, N. Mukiele; G. Xhaka, N. Sadiki, H. Diarra; C. Talbi, B. Brobbey, C. Rigg
Tottenham (4-2-3-1): A. Kinsky; D. Spence, M. v. d. Ven, C. Romero, P. Porro; A. Gray, C. Gallagher; Richarlison, L. Bergvall, R. K. Muani; D. Solanke
Sunderland vs Tottenham Key Stats & Match Facts
- Tottenham are undefeated in their last 9 matches against Sunderland in all competitions.
- Tottenham have failed to win their last 13 matches in Premier League.
- Sunderland have received 2+ cards in 10 of their last 10 Premier League matches against Tottenham.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Tottenham's last 6 Premier League games.
- Sunderland have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Tottenham in all competitions.
Sunderland vs Tottenham Match Prediction
Spurs' overall form is atrocious, but their away record has kept them afloat this season and their dominance in this fixture's recent history is hard to ignore. With Sunderland losing their last three at home, the visitors are not without a chance here. Goals are on the cards given Tottenham's leaky defence, so backing both teams to score has appeal alongside a Spurs double chance.
Match prediction: Sunderland 1-1 Tottenham
Sunderland vs Tottenham Bet Builder
Our Bet Builder leg for Sunderland vs Tottenham includes:
- Over 1.5 - Total Tottenham Cards
Hit in 6 of last 8
- Over 11.5 - Total Corners
Hit in 5 of last 6 meetings
- Richarlison Over 0.5 - Shots On Target
Hit in 7 of last 10
- Over 4.5 - Total Tottenham Shots On Target
Hit in 8 of last 10 vs Sunderland
Best odds of 8/1 at Paddy Power at the time of publishing.
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