Sunderland vs Crystal Palace Predictions

Sunderland vs Crystal Palace is scheduled for kick off on 17 January, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Stadium of Light, with Robert Jones officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Sunderland currently holding the 10th position in the table 6 points ahead of Crystal Palace. Sunderland have won 1 English Premier League match against Crystal Palace out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent victory against Everton, Sunderland is determined to keep their momentum going. Sunderland have won 8 of their last 18 English Premier League matches at Stadium of Light. Crystal Palace's away record stands at 7 victories from 19 games. Following a draw in their last match against Brentford in the English Premier League, Crystal Palace is aiming to secure a win against Sunderland.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Sunderland have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 70% of games. Their total stands at 40 goals and 124 shots on target this English Premier League season. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace have scored 40 goals with 139 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 70% of matches but conceded in 68% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Sunderland scored 2 goals while Crystal Palace scored 1 goal. Their last match on 17 January 2026 ended in 2-1 to Sunderland.