Sunderland vs Fulham Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds
A mid-table Premier League clash awaits as Sunderland, currently sitting 11th, prepare to host 13th-placed Fulham at the Stadium of Light. The encounter is scheduled for Sunday, 22nd February 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 UTC, as both sides look to arrest recent slides and climb further up the table.
OC Staff - February 22, 2026, 8:15 AM EST
3 Minute ReadSunderland vs Fulham: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
A mid-table Premier League clash awaits as Sunderland, currently sitting 11th, prepare to host 13th-placed Fulham at the Stadium of Light. The encounter is scheduled for Sunday, 22nd February 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 UTC, as both sides look to arrest recent slides and climb further up the table.
Sunderland vs Fulham Form
The Black Cats head into this fixture on the back of a disappointing 1-0 FA Cup defeat away to Oxford. Their Premier League form has also stuttered, with their last league outing ending in a 1-0 home loss to Liverpool. This means Sunderland have now lost their last two matches across all competitions. Over their last six league fixtures, the hosts have recorded two wins, one draw, and three losses, placing them 15th in the overall form table. Their home form has been more resilient, ranking 5th in the home form table for the last six matches, despite a recent dip.
Fulham's recent run is equally concerning, having suffered a 3-0 thrashing away at Man City in their last Premier League fixture. This result extended their losing streak in the league to three consecutive matches. The Cottagers' overall form over their last six league games sees them with two wins and four losses, ranking them 13th in the overall form table. Notably, there have been over 2.5 goals scored in six of Fulham's last seven Premier League games, and they have conceded at least two goals in their last three league matches, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.
Sunderland vs Fulham Head to Head
The most recent meeting between these two sides took place in November 2025 in the Premier League, where Fulham secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sunderland at home. Looking at their last six encounters across all competitions, the head-to-head record is finely balanced. Fulham have emerged victorious in three of these matches, while Sunderland have claimed two wins, with one game ending in a draw.
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Sunderland vs. Fulham Odds
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Sunderland vs Fulham Probable Lineups
Sunderland (4-2-3-1):
Roefs; Mandava, Ballard, Alderete, Mukiele; Sadiki, Diarra; Talbi, L. Fée, Hume; Brobbey
Fulham (4-2-3-1):
Leno; Sessegnon, Cuenca, Andersen, Tete; Iwobi, Berge; Chukwueze, S. Rowe, Wilson; Jiménez
Sunderland vs Fulham Team News
Sunderland are grappling with a few key absences. Granit Xhaka is still recovering from a foot injury, though a return is anticipated soon, this match is likely too early for him. D. J. T. Bi is also sidelined with an injury, while Bertrand Traoré is expected to be out until March. These absences, particularly in midfield, could impact the home side's stability.
For Fulham, there's a glimmer of hope with midfield duo Sasa Lukic and Tom Cairney pushing for returns after missing recent games, though they remain doubtful. Antonee Robinson could also be in contention for a starting berth at left-back after completing 90 minutes in the FA Cup, and Rodrigo Muniz is vying for his first Premier League start since September, potentially offering a fresh attacking option.
Sunderland vs Fulham Match Facts
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of Fulham's last 7 games in Premier League.
- Fulham have lost their last 3 matches in Premier League.
- Fulham have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches in Premier League.
Prediction: Sunderland 2-1 Fulham
This fixture pits two teams in less-than-stellar form against each other, both eager to bounce back. Sunderland's home advantage, where they rank 5th in the home standings, combined with their strengths in "protecting the lead" and "coming back from losing positions," suggests they have the mental fortitude to navigate a tough game. While they have struggled with "finishing scoring chances" and "defending counter attacks," their ability to dominate "aerial duels" (a weakness for Fulham) could be a crucial factor. The forecast specifically highlights Sunderland's aerial dominance.
Fulham, despite their recent losing streak and defensive woes (conceding at least two goals in their last three), possess attacking threats, particularly "attacking down the wings" and "creating long shot opportunities." The forecast also predicts Fulham will score from a "wingplay situation," indicating their offensive potential. However, their struggles with "defending against attacks down the wings" and "defending counter attacks" could be exploited by the hosts. Given Fulham's tendency for high-scoring games and defensive frailties, Sunderland's home advantage and aerial strength might just tip the balance in their favour in a closely contested match.
Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals (+115) Click here to get the best odds at Caesars Sportsbook
Considering Fulham's recent form of high-scoring games, with over 2.5 goals occurring in six of their last seven Premier League matches, and their tendency to concede at least two goals in their last three outings, a bet on "Over 2.5 Goals" looks promising. The predicted score of 2-1 also aligns perfectly with this betting angle, suggesting an open and attacking encounter.
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