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Premier League | Sun 08 Nov, 14:00

Sunderland v Chelsea Stats

Data last updated: Sat 07 Nov 2026, 10:08 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Premier League finale at the Stadium of Light pits Sunderland, who have lost only four of their 18 home matches this season, against a Chelsea side still seeking their first away win since early March. Sunderland's attacking rhythm at home, highlighted by a recent three-goal display, contrasts with Chelsea's defensive vulnerabilities under interim manager Callum McFarlane. The return of Chelsea's top scorer Joao Pedro adds an extra threat. Both teams face immense pressure to secure European football, setting the stage for a tense, high-stakes encounter likely to feature goals from both sides.

BT4Y match pick · price watch

Both Teams to Score

  • Price warning: current odds imply about 59%, above the 50% model chance, so this is a football-led pick rather than a clear value bet; reduce stake or wait for a better price.
  • Sunderland have scored in five of their last six home matches, showing strong attacking form at the Stadium of Light.
  • Chelsea have conceded four goals recently against Aston Villa, indicating defensive fragility.
  • Both teams have scored in 10 of the last 12 meetings between Sunderland and Chelsea, suggesting a high likelihood of goals at both ends.
  • Joao Pedro's return boosts Chelsea's attacking potency with 20 goals this season.
Price warning

Both Teams to Score is still the main football pick, but the current price is short: the market implies about 59% while the model sits nearer 50% (-8.8 pts). Keep staking reduced or wait for a better price unless final team news strengthens the selection. Better value alternative: Chelsea Draw No Bet shows a +15 pts edge at 1.95.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

The Both Teams to Score pick is supported by Sunderland's consistent goal-scoring at home and Chelsea's defensive lapses under their interim manager. Historical data shows a strong trend of both sides scoring in their recent encounters. Despite the model's 50% chance estimate, the market price is short, reflecting an implied chance of nearly 62%, which suggests caution. The football context justifies retaining this pick, but reduced staking or waiting for improvement is advised. Key improvements would include clearer line-ups or stronger late-match data confirming attacking intent.

Sunderland Home Scoring ConsistencyStrong, scoring in 5 of last 6 home matches
Strong positive
Chelsea Defensive VulnerabilityConceded 4 goals recently under interim manager
Positive
Historical BTTS FrequencyBoth teams scored in 10 of last 12 meetings
Strong positive
Market Price vs Model Chance50% model chance vs 58.8% implied (-8.8 pts)
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Both teams possess the attacking quality and defensive vulnerabilities to find the net in this final-day clash. Sunderland's strong home form and Chelsea's away struggles set up a scenario where goals from both sides are highly probable. The tactical battle will likely be open, with transitions and individual brilliance shaping the outcome, making Both Teams to Score a sensible selection.

Main risk

Clean-sheet strength on one side can quickly weaken the shared-scoring case.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Both Teams to Score rationale

“This fixture's high stakes and contrasting team dynamics almost guarantee an open game with goals at both ends. Sunderland's home resilience combined with Chelsea's attacking threats underlines the appeal of the BTTS market here.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Sunderland have scored in five of their last six home matches, showing strong attacking form at the Stadium of Light.

Chelsea have conceded four goals recently against Aston Villa, indicating defensive fragility.

Both teams have scored in 10 of the last 12 meetings between Sunderland and Chelsea, suggesting a high likelihood of goals at both ends.

Joao Pedro's return boosts Chelsea's attacking potency with 20 goals this season.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 3.2, indicating a relatively high-scoring trend.
  • This supports the possibility of an open game with multiple goals, reinforcing the BTTS and Over 2.5 Goals market interest for this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Sunderland0.8
Avg goals scored
Chelsea1.8
Sunderland2.4
Avg goals conceded
Chelsea1.2
Sunderland40%
BTTS rate
Chelsea20%
Sunderland40%
Over 2.5 goals
Chelsea40%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 50% vs implied 59% · edge -8.8 pts
1.7
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 54%
2.05
Check odds @ 2.05
Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 51%
2
Check odds @ 2
Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.25
Check odds @ 1.25
Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 53%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 35%
3
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Both Sunderland and Chelsea have shown attacking prowess and defensive lapses, with Sunderland scoring regularly at home and Chelsea conceding multiple goals recently. Their last 12 meetings saw both teams score in 10 matches, reinforcing the expectation of goals at both ends in this fixture.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 50% vs implied 59% · edge -8.8 pts
1.7
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Chelsea to WinBetUK guide price · model 66%
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
Chelsea Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.44
Check odds @ 1.44
Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 53%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
Sunderland to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.75
Check odds @ 3.75
Sunderland Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%
1.85
Check odds @ 1.85
The 50% for Both Teams to Score sits against roughly 58.8% implied by the current price (-8.8 pts). Sunderland show a 40% BTTS rate and Chelsea show a 20% BTTS rate, which is the right starting point for this market. Yes, BTTS requires both teams to score at least once, covering results like 1-1 draws.

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Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Sunderland

LDLLL
Last 50W 1D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 2D 6L
31 Oct 2026A Coventry1-3
25 Oct 2026H Leeds0-0
18 Oct 2026A Bournemouth0-2
10 Oct 2026H Brighton0-2
20 Sep 2026A Manchester City3-5

Chelsea

WLWWL
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 1D 3L
31 Oct 2026H Manchester United2-0
24 Oct 2026H Tottenham0-2
17 Oct 2026A Everton2-0
10 Oct 2026H Bournemouth5-1
18 Sep 2026A Brentford0-3
Best odds for this sectionChelsea to WinBetUK guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
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Chelsea Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
Away / DrawBetfred guide price · model 84%
1.25
Check odds @ 1.25
Sunderland to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.75
Check odds @ 3.75
Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
Sunderland Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%
1.85
Check odds @ 1.85
DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
3.6
Check odds @ 3.6
Recent form shows Sunderland scoring 0.8 goals per game at home with a 40% BTTS rate, while Chelsea averages 1.8 goals per game but a lower 20% BTTS rate. Sunderland's defensive record is weaker, conceding 2.4 goals per game compared to Chelsea's 1.2, supporting the likelihood of both teams scoring in this match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Sunderland Over 2.5
40%Chelsea Over 2.5
3.2H2H avg goals
Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 3.2, indicating a relatively high-scoring trend. This supports the possibility of an open game with multiple goals, reinforcing the BTTS and Over 2.5 Goals market interest for this fixture.

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