Sunderland vs Brighton Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds
Sunderland prepare to host Brighton in a Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light on Friday, March 14, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 PM GMT.
OC Staff - March 14, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadSunderland vs Brighton: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Sunderland prepare to host Brighton in a Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light on Friday, March 14, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 PM GMT. The Black Cats currently sit in 11th place in 11th place in the league standings, while their visitors, Brighton, are just three spots below them in 14th, setting the stage for a potentially tight encounter.
Sunderland vs Brighton Form
Sunderland's most recent outing saw them suffer a 1-0 defeat away to Port Vale in the FA Cup. Looking at their Premier League form, the Black Cats have endured a mixed run over their last six matches, securing two wins, two draws, and two losses. This run places 13th in the league's form table. Notably, Sunderland have seen under 2.5 goals in their last three matches against Brighton in all competitions, suggesting a preference for tighter affairs when these two sides meet.
Brighton also come into this game following a 1-0 away defeat, losing to Arsenal in their last Premier League fixture. Their recent form in the Premier League has seen them register two wins, one draw, and three losses from their last six outings, ranking them 12th in the overall form table. Furthermore, there have been under 2.5 goals scored in five of Brighton's last six Premier League games, highlighting their involvement in low-scoring contests.
Sunderland vs Brighton Head to Head
The most recent encounter between these two teams took place earlier this season in the Premier League, ending in a goalless 0-0 draw at Brighton's home ground. This result continues a trend, as Sunderland have drawn their last three matches against Brighton in all competitions.
In the five previous meetings recorded between the two clubs, Brighton hold a slight advantage with two wins to Sunderland's one, alongside two draws. The last Sunderland victory came way back in October 2004, a 2-0 home win in the Championship.
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Sunderland vs Brighton Probable Lineups
Sunderland (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: M. Ellborg
- Defenders: T. Hume (DL), D. Ballard (DC), O. Alderete (DC), L. Geertruida (DR)
- Midfielders: G. Xhaka (MC), N. Sadiki (DM), H. Diarra (MC)
- Forwards: E. L. Fée (FL), E. Mayenda (FC), C. Talbi (FR)
Brighton (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: B. Verbruggen
- Defenders: F. Kadioglu (DL), L. Dunk (DC), J. P. v. Hecke (DC), M. Wieffer (DR)
- Midfielders: P. Groß (MC), C. Baleba (DM), J. Hinshelwood (MC)
- Forwards: Y. Minteh (FL), D. Welbeck (FC), D. Gómez (FR)
Sunderland vs Brighton Team News
Sunderland are grappling with several injury concerns, with Mundle, Mandava, and Brobbey all sidelined. Goalkeeper Roefs is also doubtful, meaning Melker Ellborg is expected to continue between the sticks. There's a glimmer of hope, however, as Nordi Mukiele, Dennis Cirkin, and Reinildo Mandava could potentially make their return to the squad.
Brighton's injury list sees Kaoru Mitoma out with an ankle injury, which he sustained against Arsenal. Youngster S. Tzimas and Webster also remain unavailable. However, there's positive news for the Seagulls as captain Lewis Dunk is back in training and is set to start after missing the recent Arsenal clash with a minor issue. Yankuba Minteh is expected to deputise for the injured Mitoma out wide.
Sunderland vs Brighton Match Facts
- Sunderland have drawn their last 3 matches against Brighton in all competitions.
- Sunderland have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Brighton in all competitions.
- There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Brighton's last 6 games in Premier League.
Prediction: Sunderland 2-1 Brighton
Sunderland might have been looking nervously over their shoulder recently, but a crucial 1-0 win at Leeds saw them reach the significant 40-point mark, all but securing another season in the Premier League. While the Black Cats have suffered two home defeats recently, these represent their only losses at the Stadium of Light all season. Brighton, on the other hand, have shown signs of a revival, picking up six points from their last three outings, with their only recent away victory coming against Brentford.
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Despite the historical trend of low-scoring affairs and draws between these two sides, the prediction of a 2-1 victory for Sunderland suggests a breaking of that pattern. The home side's overall strong home record this season, contrasted with Brighton's inconsistent away form, makes a home win a valuable betting angle. Sunderland's recent achievement of reaching 40 points in the league could also inject them with newfound confidence to push for a victory in front of their home crowd.
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