- Full Time
- 88'G. Xhaka
- C. Wilson on for M. Damsgaard86'
- 82'E. Le Fée (P)
- 74'M. Fofana on for N. Sadiki
- Y. Yarmoliuk69'
- 64'W. Isidor on for N. Angulo
- 64'T. Hume on for T. Meunier
- V. Janelt62'
- V. Janelt57'
- Y. Yarmoliuk on for M. Sangaré46'
- J. Anthony on for D. Ouattara46'
- A. Hickey on for M. Kayode46'
- Half Time
- M. Sangaré30'
- J. Schuster on for N. Collins17'
- 14'N. Sadiki
- 9'D. Ballard Goal disallowed
- Kick Off
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Enzo Le Fée1 - 2
Vitaly Janelt1
- 1Enzo Le Fée3
- 2Keane Lewis-Potter3
- 3Brian Brobbey3
- 1Nordi Mukiele4
- 2Vitaly Janelt3
- 3Trai Hume2
- 1Keane Lewis-Potter3
- 2Brian Brobbey3
- 3Mikkel Damsgaard2
- 1Kristoffer Ajer46
- 2Vitaly Janelt40
- 3Granit Xhaka39
- 1Nilson Angulo2
- 2Kevin Schade1
- 3Wilson Isidor1
- 1Granit Xhaka2
- 2Vitaly Janelt2
- 3Aaron Hickey2
Brentford vs Sunderland is a Premier League Gameweek 3 clash at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, with the hosts fancied against in-form Sunderland.
Andy Francis has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record for this Premier League clash below.
Premium Tips
Andy is with Brentford, whose home form should tell despite Sunderland’s bright start.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Brentford to win and under 2.5 goals | 3/1 | Brentford have started well and look solid at home, scoring four and conceding just one across their opening two games, and they beat Sunderland 3-0 at this ground in the sides’ most recent meeting here. Sunderland have been modest by comparison, with two goals scored and two conceded in their two outings, the profile of a cautious promoted team on the road. That combination, Brentford’s control and tight back line against Sunderland’s low output, points towards a measured home win that stays on the lower side of the goals line. |
| Igor Thiago to score anytime and Noah Sadiki to be booked | 6/1 | Thiago is the standout leg. He leads the Brentford line and takes their penalties, and across the sample he has racked up 22 goals from 91 shots and 14.37 expected goals, finishing above his xG, exactly the striker to back at home against a newly promoted defence. Sadiki supplies the disciplinary angle: a combative Sunderland defensive midfielder with a heavy booking record, 19 yellow cards across his recent football, and the kind of tackle-and-cover role that draws cautions, here against Brentford’s aggressive, direct attack. |
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How Brentford go into the game
Brentford drew 1-1 at Leeds last time out, a fair point on the road. The Gtech is a tough venue where they must build their season.
The Bees are well-organised and dangerous at home. Three points against Sunderland is the aim.
How Sunderland go into the game
Sunderland won 1-0 against Fulham last time out, a fine result on their top-flight return. Confidence will be high.
Newly promoted, Sunderland are spirited and organised, but away days at established sides are tough. Backing up that win is the challenge.
Brentford vs Sunderland head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/26 | Brentford | 3-0 | Sunderland |
| 30/08/25 | Sunderland | 2-1 | Brentford |
| 17/02/18 | Sunderland | 0-2 | Brentford |
| 21/10/17 | Brentford | 3-3 | Sunderland |
Brentford have won two of the last four meetings, including a 3-0 home win in January 2026.
Brentford vs Sunderland stats to look out for
Brentford have taken 48 shots in two games, comfortably the most in the division, and worked 79 touches into the opposition box.
| 2026/27, opening two league games | Brentford | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 4 | 2 |
| Expected goals (xG) | 5.58 | 1.93 |
| Shots | 48 | 23 |
| Shot accuracy | 34.6% | 40.0% |
| Chances created | 35 | 18 |
| Touches in the opposition box | 79 | 37 |
| Big chances missed | 5 | 5 |
For all that volume they have four goals from 5.58 xG, so they are running behind where the chances say they should be. Five big chances missed is part of it.
Sunderland have created half as much, with 23 shots and 1.93 xG, and have two goals. If the Bees start converting at their expected rate this could get away from the visitors.
Brentford vs Sunderland predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentford to win | 4/7 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Home edge, quality gap. |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1/1 | ⭐⭐ | Tight game expected at the Gtech. |
| Brentford or draw (Double Chance) | 2/15 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Cover on the hosts. |
| Both teams to score – No | 10/11 | ⭐⭐ | Sunderland could struggle. |
| Brentford to win 2-0 | 15/2 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Brentford vs Sunderland score prediction
Sunderland arrive in confidence, but Brentford’s home form should tell. Expect the Bees to edge it. Score prediction: Brentford 2-0 Sunderland.
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