Round 7 - Premier League
AFC Bournemouth VS Sunderland AFC Prediction, Stats, H2H
Vitality Stadium
18 October, 2026
AFC Bournemouth VS Sunderland AFC Match Overview & AI Preview:
A closely balanced relegation-zone contest at Vitality Stadium. Bournemouth have scored slightly more but conceded marginally more than Sunderland, while both defences have allowed approximately two goals per match. Home advantage and expected territorial control give Bournemouth a narrow edge.
Recent H2H results: The previous meeting ended 1-1; overall historical head-to-head balance is level at two wins each and two draws.
AI Football Prediction: 1X2, Over/Under & Betting Tips:
Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 2-1 in favor of AFC Bournemouth.
Bournemouth should seek sustained possession, overload wide areas and press Sunderland’s build-up, but must protect against direct counterattacks. Sunderland are likely to defend compactly, attack quickly in transition and target set pieces. The decisive factor should be whether Bournemouth convert territorial dominance without exposing their vulnerable defensive line.
Both teams have poor league records and negative goal differences, making the match highly competitive. Bournemouth receive a modest home advantage and possession edge, while Sunderland’s recent league win prevents a heavily one-sided projection.
Last Update: 16-10-2026
AFC Bournemouth VS Sunderland AFC H2H Stats & Team Performance:
| AFC Bournemouth | Sunderland AFC |
|---|---|
| Expected Possession | |
| 56 | 44 |
| Average Goals Per Match | |
| 1.17 | 1 |
| Win Probability | |
| 43 | 29 |
| Position | Team | Won | Drawn | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man City | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 5 | 0 | 1 | 15 |
| 3 | Brighton Hove | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| 4 | Brentford | 2 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 | Everton | 2 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 6 | Chelsea | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 7 | Leeds United | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 | Hull City | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 9 | Liverpool | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 10 | Ipswich Town | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 11 | Newcastle | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 12 | Crystal Palace | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 13 | Man United | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 | Coventry City | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 15 | Nottingham | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 16 | Aston Villa | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 17 | Sunderland | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| 18 | Bournemouth | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 | Tottenham | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 20 | Fulham | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Name | Club | Country | Matches | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Haaland | MCI | NOR | 6 | 6 | N/A |
| J. Pedro | CHE | BRA | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| M. Rogers | CHE | ENG | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| R. Cherki | MCI | FRA | 6 | 4 | 2 |
