Sunderland — Newcastle Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 14 December 2025
On December 14, 2025, in Matchday 16 of the English Premier League, Sunderland will host Newcastle. 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.
Sunderland
Sunderland, who started their first season back in the Premier League very strongly, are currently experiencing a slight dip in form. Over their last six matches, the team has managed to win only once, though the opponents during this stretch were far from easy. Sunderland drew with Arsenal, Liverpool and Everton, suffered defeats against Fulham, and most recently lost 0-3 to Manchester City. Their only win in this period came at home against Bournemouth 3-2.
In terms of home form, Sunderland look much more convincing. This season, they have not lost a single home match across all competitions, recording four wins and four draws. It’s also worth noting that in six of their eight home games, both teams managed to score.
Sunderland currently sit in ninth place with 23 points, just three points away from the Champions League spots.
In head-to-head home meetings against Newcastle, Sunderland hold a slight advantage — they have won three of the last four matches against this opponent at their stadium.
Newcastle
Newcastle are also in good form at the moment. Their most recent defeat came in the Champions League against Marseille. Since then, the team has gone on a four-match unbeaten run, recording two wins and two draws. All of these matches were high-scoring, finishing with over 2.5 goals, and in each of them both teams managed to score. Earlier this week, Newcastle played away in Leverkusen in the Champions League and dropped a win in the final minutes, conceding late against Bayer and finishing 2–2.
In the Champions League, after six group-stage matches, Newcastle still have excellent chances of reaching the knockout rounds. They have collected 10 points and currently sit 12th in the overall competition table.
In the Premier League, the team are also unbeaten in their last four matches, with three wins and one draw. However, their league position remains modest — only 12th place with 22 points, though they are just four points away from the Champions League zone.
Newcastle have been consistently scoring and conceding in the Premier League. Both teams have scored in seven of Newcastle’s league matches. As for head-to-head meetings with Sunderland, the Black Cats hold a significant advantage. In the last 10 encounters between the sides, Newcastle have won only once, lost six times, and three matches ended in draws.
Probable Lineups
- Sunderland: Roefs, Hume, Alderete, Mandava, Mukiele, Ballard, Xhaka, Sadiki, Isidor, Le Fee, Talbi
- Newcastle: Ramsdale, Livramento, Thiaw, Hall, Burn, Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton, Gordon, Barnes, Woltemade
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Sunderland have failed to win 5 of their last 6 matches.
- Newcastle have won or drawn 5 of their last 6 matches.
- In 8 of Newcastle’s last 9 matches, both teams scored.
- Sunderland have won 3 of last 4 home head-to-head meetings.
- Sunderland have won or drawn 9 of last 10 head-to-head meetings.
Sunderland — Newcastle Prediction
Both teams come into this match in different form. Sunderland are experiencing a slight dip, although their recent schedule has been tough, and they have managed to win only once in their last six matches. However, at home the team looks much more confident and still remain unbeaten this season. At the same time, their defensive play is far from perfect. As for Newcastle, they are in decent form as well. The team is performing strongly in the Champions League and has almost secured a place in the knockout stage. In the Premier League, Newcastle sit mid-table, but they are only a few points away from the Champions League spots. Defensive issues are also present: in seven recent Premier League matches, Newcastle have both scored and conceded. Considering these factors — Sunderland’s home strength, Newcastle’s overall form, and the vulnerabilities in both defences — we expect a fairly even match with goals from both sides. Historically, Sunderland hold the advantage in head-to-head meetings, having dominated the last 10 encounters. However, Newcastle will be eager to break this trend. Sunderland, in turn, will be highly motivated to end their negative streak in front of their home fans. My bet for this match: Both Teams to score — Yes at odds of 1.7.
