Oxford United — Sunderland Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 15 February 2026
On February 15, 2026, in the fourth round of the FA Cup, Oxford United will host Sunderland. The match is set to kick off at 15:00 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Oxford United
Oxford United come into this match in poor form. The team have won just once in their last seven matches, drawing three times and losing three. In their most recent game, Oxford suffered a heavy 0–3 home defeat to Norwich, which was their third loss in the last four matches. It is also worth noting that Oxford failed to score in three of those four games.
In the Championship table, Oxford United are currently 23rd and fighting for survival. In the previous round of the FA Cup, the team progressed past MK Dons on penalties, improving on last season’s result when they were eliminated in the third round.
Oxford’s home form is also concerning, as they have gone five consecutive home matches without a win and have looked very weak overall. In head-to-head meetings against Sunderland at home, Oxford also have a negative record, winning just once and losing three of the last four matches.
Sunderland
Sunderland also come into this match in difficult form. The team have lost two consecutive Premier League matches without scoring, although both defeats came against English giants. First, Sunderland lost 0–3 away to Arsenal, and in their most recent match they were beaten 0–1 at home by Liverpool. That defeat was Sunderland’s first home loss of the season.
Overall, Sunderland have recorded three defeats and one win in their last four matches. In the league table, the team currently sit in 11th place, eight points away from the European qualification zone.
In the FA Cup, Sunderland progressed from the previous round by defeating Everton on penalties. They have also improved on last season’s cup performance, as they were eliminated in the third round last year after losing to Stoke City.
As for head-to-head meetings with Oxford United, Sunderland generally dominate this matchup. In the last seven encounters between the teams, Sunderland have won five times, drawn once, and lost only once.
Probable Lineups
- Oxford United: Cumming, Makosso, Helik, Long, Brown, Brannagan, McDonnell, Placheta, Peart-Harris, Emakhu, Harris
- Sunderland: Roefs, Geertruida, Mandava, Mukiele, Ballard, Le Fee, Hume, Sadiki, Diarra, Angulo, Brobbey
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Oxford United have lost 3 of their last 4 matches.
- Sunderland are unbeaten in 9 of the last 10 head-to-head meetings.
- Sunderland have won 3 of the last 4 head-to-head away meetings.
Oxford United — Sunderland Prediction
Both teams come into this match in far from ideal form. Oxford United are currently on a four-game winless run, sit in the relegation zone of the Championship, and are clearly struggling in attack, having scored in just two of their last seven matches. Sunderland are also coming off a challenging spell, having lost three of their last four matches, but it is important to note the strength of the opponents they have faced during this period. Despite those setbacks, Sunderland remain in the middle of the table and continue to show a more balanced and higher-quality level of football over the course of the season. Considering the difference in class, Oxford United’s ongoing struggles, and Sunderland’s strong motivation to bounce back from recent defeats, the visitors appear to be the more convincing side in this matchup. Sunderland are expected to approach this game with the clear objective of progressing to the next round and justify their status as the favorites in this tie. My bet for this match: Sunderland to Win at odds of 1.71.
