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Bournemouth vs Sunderland Prediction & Tips, 18 Oct 2026

Premier League · 14:00
FT
48%
28%
24%
5'
48'
2
vs[1-0]
0
Best PickLadbrokesBournemouth2.12
Ladbrokes
1
2.12↓
Ladbrokes
X
3.55↓
Ladbrokes
2
4.20↓

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Final Result

BournemouthB
Bournemouth
2 : 0
[1-0]
Sunderland
SunderlandS
  • 6'M. TavernierEvanilson
  • 26'A. Silva
  • 45+6'L. Cook
  • 48'Evanilson
  • 79'R. Christie
  • 17'K. Danso
  • 40'O. Alderete
  • 65'C. Rigg
65%Possession35%
6Shots on Target0
5Corners3
Yellow Cards
0
Red Cards
Match details
5Corners3

Substitutions

  • 59'H. Diarra↔T. TuterovSunderland
  • 59'L. O'Nien↔O. AldereteSunderland
  • 63'J. Kluivert↔L. CookBournemouth
  • 65'J. Ahoka↔C. RiggSunderland
  • 79'A. Rodriguez↔EvanilsonBournemouth
  • 79'A. Adli↔M. TavernierBournemouth
  • 89'B. Diakite↔T. AdamsBournemouth
  • 89'B. Gannon-Doak↔RayanBournemouth
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Contents

Our Prediction

BournemouthSunderland
48%28%Draw24%
Top scorelines
2-1

Expected scoreline: 2-1.

Match Facts

Competition
Premier League
Date
Sun 18 Oct
Kick-off
14:00
Stadium
Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, Dorset
Capacity
12,000
Table Position
Bournemouth 15 · Sunderland 20

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Match Preview

Bournemouth face Sunderland in a compelling Premier League fixture. This performance analysis breaks down offensive efficiency and defensive structures.

Bournemouth approach with an expansive attacking style, while Sunderland aim to exploit counter-pressing opportunities.

  • Bournemouth average 1.5 goals per match.
  • Sunderland concede 1.3 per away game.
  • High shot conversion for hosts.
  • Foul counts expected to be moderate.

Bournemouth demonstrate strong attacking output in wide areas. Sunderland rely on resolute defending and direct transitions.

High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Bournemouth wide rotations. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Sunderland set-pieces. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Winger changes.

Injuries & Doubts

Bournemouth
F. Forster
Off the roster
J. Kluivert
Muscle Injury
M. Aarons
Off the roster
J. Araujo
Thigh Injury
A. Adli
Calf Injury
J. Sanchez
Off the roster
Sunderland
T. Meunier
Muscle Injury
A. Browne
Off the roster
D. Ballard
Muscle Injury
W. Isidor
Injury
B. Brobbey
Muscle Injury
R. Mundle
Knee Injury

Form and Head to Head

Bournemouth
WLLDD
Sunderland
LLLLD
Bournemouth
1
Draws
2
Last 5
Sunderland
2
20%40%

Previous Meetings

  • 28.02.2026Premier League
    AFC Bournemouth1 - 1Sunderland
  • 29.11.2025Premier League
    Sunderland3 - 2AFC Bournemouth
  • 29.04.2017Premier League
    Sunderland0 - 1AFC Bournemouth
  • 05.11.2016Premier League
    AFC Bournemouth1 - 2Sunderland
  • 23.01.2016Premier League
    Sunderland1 - 1AFC Bournemouth

Head-to-head history is sparse, giving current statistical form greater predictive weight.

Key Stats

BournemouthSunderland
  • 1.65xG1.10
  • 1.5Goals/Match1.2
  • 13.2Shots/Game11.1

Odds

Bournemouth2.0648% implied
Draw3.3128% implied
Sunderland3.7524% implied

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Cards and Corners

StatBournemouthSunderland
Yellow Cards
2
3
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
6
4

Disciplinary metrics anticipate standard yellow card totals. Bournemouth projected to win more corners.

Verdict

Bournemouth superior attacking fluency should secure a narrow victory against a stubborn Sunderland defense.

FAQ

Who is favored to win?

Bournemouth is favored.

Where can I watch Premier League highlights?

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