Bournemouth tipped to edge Sunderland in Premier League meeting

Bournemouth will host Sunderland in the seventh round of the Premier League on Sunday, 18 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00 Moscow time.

The sides are separated by one place in the lower half of the Premier League table, although both arrive at the Vitality Stadium after defeats in the previous round. Bournemouth are 18th with three points from six matches, while Sunderland sit 17th on four points.

Bournemouth have scored seven goals this season and conceded 13. Their latest outing ended in a heavy 5-1 defeat away to Chelsea, leaving them with just one win from their opening six league fixtures.

Sunderland have found the net six times in their six matches but have conceded twice as many goals. They were beaten 2-0 at home by Brighton in their most recent game.

Form and head-to-head record

Bookmakers’ experts regard Bournemouth as the favourites for the match, despite the hosts’ position in the relegation places.

Bournemouth have recorded two victories in their past five matches in all competitions. Sunderland have matched that record, also winning twice during their last five games.

The recent head-to-head record points towards goals at both ends of the pitch. Both teams scored in four of the clubs’ last five meetings.

Prediction

The match is expected to be closely contested, but Bournemouth are considered more likely to take the points because of home advantage.

The prediction is for a Bournemouth victory.