Brentford vs Sunderland: who can extend their unbeaten run?
On Wednesday, January 7, we are set for a Matchday 21 fixture in the English Premier League, with Brentford hosting Sunderland. The match will kick off at 20:30 CET, and I would like to propose a betting option for this encounter.
Brentford vs Sunderland: match facts and H2H
- Brentford are unbeaten in four consecutive matches: three wins and one draw.
- Sunderland are currently on a five-match run without defeat: four draws and one win.
- Sunderland have drawn their last four matches.
- At home, Brentford are unbeaten in six straight games: four wins and two draws.
- Sunderland have failed to win away from home in five matches: three draws and two defeats.
- Sunderland have the fourth-worst attack in the Premier League, with 21 goals scored.
- This season, Brentford have scored goals in 33% of their matches, while Sunderland have done so in 19%.
- In only 5% of matches this season have Sunderland conceded goals in both halves.
- Sunderland defeated Brentford 2–1 in the previous head-to-head meeting.
Brentford vs Sunderland: match preview
The clash between Brentford and Sunderland will be a true “six-pointer”. The teams are currently level on points and sit side by side in the table, which makes this game crucial for both sides.
After 20 matches, Brentford and Sunderland have each collected 30 points. They occupy seventh and eighth place respectively. Both teams still have a chance to push for European qualification. The gap to fifth place is just one point, while fourth place is four points away.
Brentford are unbeaten in four consecutive matches. The Bees secured a 4–2 win over Everton in their most recent game, having previously drawn 0–0 with Tottenham and beaten Bournemouth 4–1 and Wolverhampton 2–0. Sunderland sit eighth and are also unbeaten in recent matches. The team have drawn their last four games and edged Newcastle 1–0.
Probable line-ups
- Brentford: Kelleher, Hickey, Ajer, Collins, Kayode, Damsgaard, Janelt, Jensen, Yarmoliuk, Schade, Igor Thiago
- Sunderland: Roefs, Cirkin, Alderete, Mukiele, Geertruida, Hume, Le Fée, Xhaka, Adingra, Brobbey, Mayenda
Prediction
Brentford are currently in good form and will have an opportunity to pull clear of Sunderland in the standings. The team perform well at home, something that cannot be said about their opponents on the road. I suggest a bet on a home win in this match.
