Sunderland vs Bournemouth Prediction - Premier League

Match context: Sunderland vs Bournemouth

The Premier League match between Sunderland and Bournemouth will take place at 10:00 PM on November 29, 2025, at the Stadium of Light. This is a noteworthy clash as both teams currently have 19 points in the standings, promising a tense match to compete for a top-half position.

Analyzing form and position in the league table.

Sunderland currently sit in 7th place, just above Bournemouth in 8th thanks to a better goal difference. Both teams have 19 points after 12 rounds, indicating a balanced points total ahead of this direct encounter.

Sunderland's form

Sunderland are showing impressive form at home this season. They are undefeated at the Stadium of Light, with 3 wins and 3 draws. Their defense is also very solid, conceding an average of only 0.9 goals per game. In their last 5 Premier League matches, Sunderland have secured 2 wins, 2 draws, and suffered 1 defeat.

• Number of matches played: 12
• Win:5 (3 at home)
• Peace:4 (3 at home)
• Lose:3 (0 at home)
• Goals scored:14 (average 1.2 goals per match)
• Goal conceded:11 (average 0.9 goals/match)

Bournemouth's form

In contrast to their opponents, Bournemouth have struggled when playing away from home. They have only managed one win in away matches this season, with two draws and three defeats. Bournemouth's attack is effective, averaging 1.6 goals per game, but their defense is quite fragile, conceding 1.7 goals per game. Their form in their last five matches is also poor, with only one win, two draws, and two losses.

• Number of matches played: 12
• Win:5 (1 away)
• Peace:4 (2 away)
• Lose:3 (3 away from home)
• Goals scored:19 (average 1.6 goals per match)
• Goal conceded:20 (average 1.7 goals per match)

History of confrontations

In their last four meetings, the results have been fairly balanced, but Bournemouth has had a slight edge. The visitors have won twice, while Sunderland have only managed one victory, with the remaining match ending in a draw.

• 29/04/2017:Sunderland 0 - 1 Bournemouth
• 05/11/2016:Bournemouth 1 - 2 Sunderland
• 23/01/2016:Sunderland 1 - 1 Bournemouth
• 19/09/2015:Bournemouth 2 - 0 Sunderland

Force situation

Both teams faced personnel losses due to injuries ahead of this crucial match.

Sunderland

• A. Alese: absent due to shoulder injury.
• H. Diarra: absent due to groin injury.

Bournemouth

• M. Akinmboni: absent due to muscle injury.
• B. Doak: absent due to hamstring injury.
• J. Kluivert: absent due to groin injury.

Analysis and prediction of results

With home advantage and an impressive unbeaten record at Stadium of Light, Sunderland are considered the favorites in this match. Their solid defense will be a major challenge for Bournemouth's attack. Conversely, Bournemouth's weakness when playing away from home could cause them difficulties. Based on the analysis of form and squad strength, a favorable result for the home team, at least a draw, is the most likely scenario.

Team lineup updated at 21:23 on November 29, 2025

Official lineup

Sunderland

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachRégis Le Bris

Starting lineup:

• 22. Robin Roefs (G)
• 20. Nordi Mukiele (D)
• 5. Daniel Ballard (D)
• 15. Omar Alderete (D)
• 17. Reinildo Mandava (D)
• 27. Noah Sadiki (M)
• 34. Granit Xhaka (M)
• 25. Bertrand Traoré (M)
• 28. Enzo Le Fée (M)
• 7. Chemsdine Talbi (M)
• 18. Wilson Isidor (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. Anthony Patterson
• 32. Hume's Boy
• 6. Lutsharel Geertruida
• 4. Dan Neil
• 11. Chris Rigg
• 24. Simon Adendra
• 9. Brian Brobbey
• 12. Eliezer Mayenda
• 14. Romaine Mundle

Bournemouth

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachAndoni Iraola Sagarna

Starting lineup:

• 1. Dorde Petrović (G)
• 15. Adam Smith (D)
• 18. Bafodé Diakité (D)
• 5. Marcos Senesi (D)
• 3. Adrien Truffert (D)
• 8. Alex Scott (M)
• 12. Tyler Adams (M)
• 24. Antoine Semenyo (M)
• 16. Marcus Tavernier (M)
• 21. Amine Adli (M)
• 9. Evanilson (F)

Substitutes:

• 40. Will Dennis
• 6. Julio Soler
• 20. Álex Jiménez
• 44. Veljko Milosavljević
• 19. Justin Kluivert
• 4. Lewis Cook
• 7. David Brooks
• 26. Enes Ünal
• 22. Eli Junior Kroupi