Sunderland vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Sunderland vs Wolverhampton Wanderers

• Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Stadium of Light

Match Prediction: Sunderland 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Sunderland's recent form suggests they're in a good spot to take on Wolves. They've shown they can grind out results, with two wins and two draws in their last five. Their style is all about solid defending and quick counters, which could trouble Wolves' shaky backline. If they can keep their focus, they might just nick a win at home.

Wolves, on the other hand, have been struggling to find consistency. Three losses and two draws in their last five games show they're not at their best. They'll need to be more clinical in front of goal and tighten up at the back if they want to get anything from this match. It's going to be a tough ask against a Sunderland side that's finding its rhythm.

Sunderland's recent form has been solid, with two wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last five games. They've shown they can compete against strong teams, drawing with Aston Villa at home and beating Nottingham Forest away. This should give them confidence going into this match. If they can maintain their defensive solidity and capitalise on counter-attacks, they stand a good chance of coming out on top.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Manchester United (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Aston Villa (H)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Crystal Palace (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Brentford (H)

Wolves have been struggling lately, with three losses and two draws in their last five games. Their inability to get anything against teams like Leeds and Everton at home is a concern. They'll need to step up their game if they want to challenge a Sunderland side that's in decent form. It's going to be a tough away day for them, but if they can find their scoring boots, they might just pull off a surprise.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Tottenham Hotspur (A)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Leeds United (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Newcastle United (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Everton (H)

Sunderland and Wolverhampton Wanderers have had some close encounters in recent years. Their last five meetings have seen Wolves come out on top four times, with one draw. The most recent match ended in a goalless draw, suggesting these teams can be evenly matched at times. It's always a tight affair when they meet, and this game should be no different.

• Sunderland 0-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers (14 Apr 2012)

• Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Sunderland (04 Dec 2011)

• Sunderland 1-3 Wolverhampton Wanderers (14 May 2011)

• Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-2 Sunderland (27 Nov 2010)

• Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Sunderland (09 May 2010)

• Reinildo (Suspended) - Out

• Habib Diarra (Groin) - Out

• Aji Alese (Shoulder) - Doubt

• Leo Hjelde (Achilles) - Doubt

• Dennis Cirkin (Wrist) - Doubt

• Romaine Mundle (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Omar Alderete (Unknown) - Doubt

• Noah Sadiki (Ankle) - Doubt

• Enso González (International Duty) - Out

• Ki-Jana Hoever (Knee) - Doubt

• Matt Doherty (Wrist) - Doubt

• Toti Gomes (Illness) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Roefs, Hume, Mukiele, Alderete (If fit), Masuaku, Xhaka, Sadiki (If fit), Traoré, Le Fée, Adingra, Isidor

Sunderland's predicted lineup suggests a focus on solid defending with Alderete (If fit) and Mukiele at the back, while Xhaka and Sadiki will look to drive forward and create chances on the counter.

• Predicted lineup: Johnstone, Tchatchoua, S Bueno, Krejci, H Bueno, Munetsi, André, Gomes, Arias, Strand Larsen, Hwang

Wolves' predicted lineup indicates a need for stability in midfield with Gomes and Arias, while Hwang will be crucial in leading the attack and trying to break down Sunderland's defence.

• Enzo Le Fée vs Santiago Bueno: This will be a key battle between Sunderland's attacking midfielder Le Fée and Wolves' defender Santiago Bueno.

• Nordi Mukiele vs Jørgen Strand Larsen: The duel between Sunderland's centre-back Mukiele and Wolves forward Larsen could be crucial to the outcome of the game.

• Arthur Masuaku (Sunderland): Masuaku's ability to drive forward from left-back and create chances will be vital for Sunderland's attacking threat.

• Hwang Hee-chan (Wolverhampton Wanderers): Hwang's role as the main attacking threat for Wolves will be crucial if they are to break down Sunderland's defence.

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