Brighton vs Sunderland Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds
Brighton, currently sitting mid-table, will host Sunderland, who are aiming to climb into the European spots, in a Premier League clash on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, at 15:00 at the Amex Stadium.
OC Staff - December 20, 2025, 7:30 AM EST
4 Minute ReadBrighton vs Sunderland: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Brighton, currently sitting mid-table, will host Sunderland, who are aiming to climb into the European spots, in a Premier League clash on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, at 15:00 at the Amex Stadium.
Brighton vs Sunderland Form
The Seagulls' recent form has been inconsistent, as evidenced by their 2-0 defeat away to Liverpool in their last match, which leaves them without a win in three games. At home, however, they have been relatively strong, though they will be looking for a response after picking up just one point from their recent games against Aston Villa and West Ham.
Sunderland, on the other hand, are enjoying a strong return to the Premier League, having beaten bitter rivals Newcastle in their last match to move within touching distance of the Champions League places. However, their away form has been less impressive, with only two wins in their last six on the road.
Brighton vs Sunderland Head to Head
Historical matchups between these two sides have been infrequent. Their last encounter was in the League Cup in 2011/2012, where Brighton emerged victorious with a 1-0 win after extra time. Prior to that, they played out a 1-1 draw in a friendly in 2010. In the Championship during the 2004/2005 season, Brighton won 2-1 at home, while Sunderland secured a 2-0 victory at their ground.
Across the last six meetings between the teams, Brighton have won two, there has been one draw and Sunderland have won one.
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Brighton vs. Sunderland Odds
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Brighton vs Sunderland Probable Lineups
Brighton (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; De Cuyper, Dunk, Van Hecke, Kadioglu; Ayari, Hinshelwood; Gómez, Rutter, Minteh; Welbeck
Sunderland (5-4-1): Roefs; Hume, Alderete, Ballard, Geertruida, Mukiele; Fee, Rigg, Xhaka, Isidor; Brobbey
Brighton vs Sunderland Team News
Brighton have a number of injury concerns, with March, Webster, and Tzimas all sidelined. Baleba is also unavailable due to international duty. Welbeck could return to the starting XI after being left out against Liverpool. Mitoma is also pushing for a start after returning from injury, while De Cuyper may return after Kadioglu was preferred in the last match.
Sunderland have a significant number of absentees, with Alese injured, and Sadiki, Traoré, Diarra, Mandava, Masuaku, and Talbi all on international duty at AFCON. O'Nien is suspended. Rigg will be hoping for a chance to shine in midfield alongside Xhaka.
Brighton vs Sunderland Match Facts
- Sunderland will make a comeback if they go behind
- Sunderland will dominate in the air
Prediction: Brighton 1-1 Sunderland
Brighton's poor recent run continued at Liverpool as they suffered a third winless game in succession. Sunderland's return to the Premier League hit a new high after they toppled bitter rivals Newcastle to move within two points of the Champions League spots. The match forecast suggests Sunderland will make a comeback if they go behind. Given both teams' strengths and weaknesses, a draw seems the most likely outcome.
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Considering Sunderland's proven ability to come back from losing positions, backing them to avoid defeat, even if they concede first, could be a shrewd bet.
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