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Sunderland vs Brighton and Hove Albion 
Prediction
· Matchweek 6 · Stadium of Light
Match Status
Kickoff 14:00 UTC · Not started
Source: TheSportsDB fixtures · Updated: —
The model sees this as a close match, with Brighton and Hove Albion narrowly favoured (43%). Overall probabilities: Sunderland 31%, draw 26%, Brighton and Hove Albion 43%; model score 0-1.
Model confidence: Low · top outcome 43%
model top outcome · 43%
model score forecast
over 2.5 goals probability
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Citable facts: Sunderland 31% / Draw 26% / Brighton and Hove Albion 43%; expected goals 1.23-1.48; BTTS 55%. Data sources: FootyTips Elo + Poisson model, TheSportsDB fixtures, martj42 historical results. Probabilities are not guarantees.
Win Probability
- Sunderland win: 31%
- Draw: 26%
- Brighton and Hove Albion win: 43%
Goals & Scoreline
- Model score: 0-1
- Expected goals (model lambda): 1.23 - 1.48
- Over 2.5: 51%
- Both teams to score: 55%
Model Ratings
Sunderland Elo 1649 · Brighton and Hove Albion Elo 1756
Prediction by FootyTips.io's Elo + Poisson model · updated 2026-08-01. Probabilities, not guarantees.
Analysis
Our model has this a tight, evenly-matched Matchweek 6 fixture at Stadium of Light: Sunderland 31%, the draw 26%, Brighton and Hove Albion 43%. With a clear Elo edge to Brighton and Hove Albion (1756 vs 1649), Brighton and Hove Albion are only narrow favourites, and the model score forecast is 0–1.
Expect a finely poised game: the model rates over 2.5 goals at 51% and both teams to score at 55%. These are probabilities from our transparent Elo + Poisson model, not certainties — upsets are part of the Premier League.
FAQ
Who will win Sunderland vs Brighton and Hove Albion?
Brighton and Hove Albion are favoured at 43%. Sunderland 31% / Draw 26% / Brighton and Hove Albion 43%.
What is the predicted score for Sunderland vs Brighton and Hove Albion?
Our model score forecast is 0-1, aligned with the top win/draw/loss pick.
Will Sunderland vs Brighton and Hove Albion have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives a 51% probability of over 2.5 goals.
Will both teams score in Sunderland vs Brighton and Hove Albion?
Both teams to score (BTTS) is rated at 55%.