Sunderland - Preston predictions and free betting tips [01/01/2024]

On Monday, 1 January, a match will take place between the teams Sunderland and Preston North End as part of the English Championship.

Current form of Sunderland

Sunderland played to a draw with Rotherham on 29 December, with a score of 1:1. Sunderland holds the 7th position in the Championship season 2023/2024. They have played 25 matches, out of which they've won 11, lost 10, and drew 4 times. Their goal difference is 34:28, gathering 37 points. Their current form amounts to 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 encounters. Rotherham United stands at the bottom at the 24th position in the league table. Out of 25 matches, they have only won 3, lost 14, and gathered a total of 17 points. The following players for Sunderland will be absent for the next match: Sirkinn, Evans, Higgins, Matete, Deck, Semedo.

Current form of Preston North End

Preston North End suffered a defeat against Sheffield Wednesday with a scoreline of 0:1 in their last match which took place on 29 December. Sheffield Wednesday managed to secure the victory thanks to a goal by M. Johnson at the 27th minute of the match. Their player, Bayers, was sent off from the field at the 85th minute, receiving a red card. This season, Preston North End holds the 11th position in the Championship league table with 35 points after having played 25 matches. They have 10 wins, 10 losses, and 5 draws. The team has scored 31 goals and conceded 42 goals. Their current form in the last 5 matches reads: 2 wins and 3 losses. Sheffield Wednesday is positioned 23rd in the league table with 19 points after 25 played matches in the current Championship season. They have 5 wins, 16 losses and 4 draws.

Predictions for the Sunderland - Preston North End match

Based on the recent matches, the hosts look better. I'm betting on Sunderland to win, who, despite the losses in the squad, have been yielding good results in December.