Sunderland vs Newcastle Predictions

Sunderland vs Newcastle is scheduled for kick off on 14 December, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at Stadium of Light, with Peter Bankes officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Sunderland currently holding the 7th position in the table 5 points ahead of Newcastle. Sunderland have won 2 English Premier League matches against Newcastle out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent victory against Chelsea, Sunderland is determined to keep their momentum going. Sunderland have won 9 of their last 19 English Premier League matches at Stadium of Light. Newcastle's away record stands at 4 victories from 19 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Fulham, Newcastle is determined to bounce back with 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 71% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 71% of games. Their total stands at 42 goals and 130 shots on target this English Premier League season. Meanwhile, Newcastle have scored 53 goals with 176 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 76% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Sunderland scored 3 goals while Newcastle scored 1 goal. Their last match on 22 March 2026 ended in 2-1 to Sunderland.