Premier League· Kick-off : Saturday, October 31, 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
Coventry vs Sunderland prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Premier League, matchday 9: Coventry vs Sunderland kicks off on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time). Venue: Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry. The edge goes to Sunderland (48%), ahead of the draw (26%) and a Coventry win (26%).
Over their last 5 matches, Coventry have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 7 and conceding 8. Over their last 5 matches, Sunderland have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 6 and conceding 6. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Coventry score 1.40 and concede 1.60 goals per game; Sunderland score 1.20 and concede 1.20. In the table, Coventry sit 19th with 6 points from 8 games, Sunderland 20th with 5 points from 8. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Coventry have averaged 0.94 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.64 for Sunderland.
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Coventry, 1 for Sunderland and 2 draws. The most recent ended Sunderland 1-1 Coventry (May 13, 2025). Coventry out or doubtful: A. Amenda, L. Woolfenden, H. Wright, J. Eccles (doubtful) and B. Thomas (doubtful). Sunderland: D. Ballard, K. Danso (suspended), W. Isidor (doubtful), T. Meunier, R. Mundle, N. Mukiele (doubtful) and J. Ta Bi (doubtful). In double chance terms, "Coventry or draw" stands at 52%, "Sunderland or draw" at 74% and "no draw" at 74%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Coventry
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2026 | Fulham · Premier League | 0-1 | L |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Tottenham · Premier League | 1-3 | L |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Newcastle · Premier League | 4-1 | W |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Nottingham Forest · Premier League | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Aston Villa · EFL Cup | 1-3 | L |
Sunderland
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | Brentford · EFL Cup | 3-2 | W |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Leeds · Premier League | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 22, 2026 | Lech Poznan · UEFA Europa League | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Bournemouth · Premier League | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Torreense · UEFA Europa League | 2-1 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry | 19 | 6 | 8 |
| Sunderland | 20 | 5 | 8 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2025 | Sunderland 1-1 Coventry | Championship |
| May 9, 2025 | Coventry 1-2 Sunderland | Championship |
| Mar 15, 2025 | Coventry 3-0 Sunderland | Championship |
| Nov 9, 2024 | Sunderland 2-2 Coventry | Championship |
| Dec 23, 2023 | Sunderland 0-3 Coventry | Championship |
Out and doubtful
Coventry
- A. Amenda (out)
- L. Woolfenden (out)
- H. Wright (out)
- J. Eccles (doubtful)
- B. Thomas (doubtful)
Sunderland
- D. Ballard (out)
- K. Danso (suspended)
- W. Isidor (doubtful)
- T. Meunier (out)
- R. Mundle (out)
- N. Mukiele (doubtful)
- J. Ta Bi (doubtful)
Most regular starters
Coventry
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- B. Thomas5/5
- B. Thomas-Asante4/5
- C. Rushworth4/5
- E. Pinnock4/5
- J. Dasilva4/5
- J. Rudoni4/5
- M. Grimes4/5
- S. Cherif4/5
- Caleb Marfo Yirenkyi3/5
- M. van Ewijk3/5
- T. Sakamoto3/5
Sunderland
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Timur Tuterov4/5
- D. Methalie3/5
- Jules Ahoka3/5
- M. Fofana3/5
- Chris Rigg2/5
- Enzo Le Fée2/5
- Granit Xhaka2/5
- H. Diarra2/5
- K. Danso2/5
- L. O'Nien2/5
- N. Angulo2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Coventry vs Sunderland prediction?
Our AI gives Coventry a 26% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Sunderland 48%. Sunderland are therefore favourites.
When and where is Coventry vs Sunderland played?
Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Premier League, matchday 9. Venue: Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry.
What form are Coventry and Sunderland in?
Coventry: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 8 conceded). Sunderland: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 6 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Coventry and Sunderland?
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Coventry, 1 for Sunderland and 2 draws. The most recent ended Sunderland 1-1 Coventry (May 13, 2025).
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