Brentford vs Sunderland prediction: Match preview, betting odds and tips on January 7, 2026
English Premier League
In the 21st round of the English Premier League on January 7, 2026, Brentford and Sunderland will face each other. The visitors are not planning to slow down.
Our Prediction for the Match Brentford vs Sunderland
The team from the capital, still under Frank, finished in the top 10 of the final table with 56 points. His successor, Andrews, is managing more or less well. Their positions have declined, but not critically—they remain clear of the relegation zone, although the number of losses increased over the winter. However, in the recent rounds, only Tottenham managed to avoid defeat against them, as Brentford claimed several wins.
Le Bris arrived in England in the summer of 2024, and at his first attempt, he led his team out of the Championship. Moreover, at a higher level, they have already delivered an excellent result, staying within the European competition zone after the first half of the season. In recent rounds, they drew, including with both City and Tottenham.
The London club scores an average of 1.6 goals per game but concedes 1.4 in return. The Premier League newcomer scores only 1.05 and concedes just 0.95 per match.
Brentford vs Sunderland: Key Stats and Trends
- Brentford have won three of their last four matches
- 60% of Brentford's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 3.0
- Sunderland have drawn their last four games
- 45% of Sunderland's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 2.0
Brentford vs Sunderland: Possible Starting Line-ups
Brentford (probable line-up): Kelleher - Henry, van den Berg, Collins, Kayode - Jensen, Janelt, Yarmolyuk - Schade, Igor Thiago, Lewis-Potter
Sunderland (probable line-up): Ruufs - Hume, Alderete, Ballard, Mukiele - Geertruida, G. Xhaka, Adingra, Le Fée, Rigg - Brobbey
Previous Matches: Brentford vs Sunderland
Brentford had a five-match unbeaten streak, but in August, already in the Premier League, they lost away 1-2.
Free Prediction for Brentford vs Sunderland
The hosts are favored, but they now face a tough opponent. We expect "total under 3,0 goals" (odds – 1.8).
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