Main prediction: Brentford F.C. to win

Alternative tip: Brentford to score

Other market: over 10.5 corners

This 05/09 (Saturday), Brentford and Sunderland return to action in the Premier League 2026/27. The match will be at Gtech Community Stadium, at 15:00.

Brentford arrive for this match with 2 win(s) in their last 5 matches across all competitions. Sunderland have won 3 time(s). Brentford have a 56.82% chance of winning according to the bookies.

The competition is starting to take shape. Follow the prediction for Brentford vs Sunderland and find out how to bet, where to watch and the probable line-ups.

Prediction for Brentford vs Sunderland

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Overview Brentford vs Sunderland

Brentford are favourites, with odds of 1.76 and a 56.82% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Brentford F.C., with 2 win(s) against 1 for Sunderland. The odds for a Sunderland A.F.C. win are 6.061 and a draw is 4.36.

In the Prem, Brentford have accumulated 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded. Kevin Schade leads the scoring chart with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sunderland have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded, with Nilson Angulo as top scorer with 1 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Brentford and Sunderland

In 4 clashes, Brentford have the advantage over Sunderland: 2 win(s) against 1 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 07/01/2026, in the Premier League. Brentford won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Brentford vs Sunderland, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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Brentford: current form

Brentford have played only 2 match(es) in the Premier League.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).

In the Prem the situation is this:

1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

2.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Kevin Schade (1 goal(s))

Sunderland: current form

Meanwhile, Sunderland have played only 2 match(es) in the Premier League.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Nilson Angulo (1 goal(s))

Brentford vs Sunderland key players

In the Premier League, Kevin Schade carries Brentford F.C.'s attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is Keane Lewis-Potter, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Igor Thiago has 22 goal(s).

On the other side, Nilson Angulo is the name that frightens the most for SAFC with 1 goal(s) in the Premier League.

In terms of playmaking, Mouhamadou Diarra leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Brian Brobbey has accumulated 7 goal(s).

Brentford vs Sunderland statistics in the Premier League

Few matches into the league yet. Brentford have an average of 10.5 corners and 2.5 cards per match. Sunderland have 7.5 corners and 1.5 cards. Check the statistics for Brentford vs Sunderland in the table below.

Home Team

Brentford Team Logo

Brentford

England - Premier League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D W W D D

1.8

Home W D W D D

1.8

Away D W D L L

1

Away Team

Sunderland Team Logo

Sunderland

England - Premier League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L W W D

2

Home W W D L W

2

Away L W D L W

1.4

More tips for Brentford vs Sunderland

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Brentford vs Sunderland in the Premier League:

👉 Our prediction is: Brentford to win the 1st half

Our top betting tip for the Brentford vs Sunderland match is Brentford to win the first half. While the half-time market is not one of the more well-known betting markets, it often offers better value odds than wins over 90 minutes.

We see this value in Brentford, which has been in impressive form at home and regularly gets out to quick starts. They should have a favourable matchup against Sunderland, who have had their share of struggles of late.

👉 Our prediction is: over 9.5 corners

Our top tip for Brentford vs Sunderland is to take advantage of the corners market, particularly taking the over on 9.5 corners. There is good value to be had in that bet, which is priced at 1.58.

Both teams need to combine for at least 10 corners to win the bet, which may seem like a lot. But based on their statistical profile for this season, we expect them to easily clear that mark in their upcoming matchup.

Correct score prediction for Brentford vs Sunderland

Brentford hold the advantage in the head-to-head record and arrive with good attacking output. Our score projection: Brentford 3-1 Sunderland. Getting the exact score right requires luck and analysis. Bet responsibly.

Where to watch Brentford vs Sunderland

Check out where to watch the live match between Sunderland and Brentford:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Brentford and Sunderland

The line-ups for Brentford vs Sunderland in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Brentford F.C. line-up

  • 1

    Caoimhin Kelleher

  • 7

    Kevin Schade

  • 9

    Igor Thiago

  • 18

    Mamadou Sangare

  • 19

    Jaidon Anthony

  • 20

    Kristoffer Ajer

  • 22

    Nathan Collins

  • 23

    Keane Lewis-Potter

  • 24

    Mikkel Damsgaard

  • 27

    Vitaly Janelt

  • 33

    Michael Olabode Kayode

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Sunderland A.F.C. line-up

  • 5

    Daniel Ballard

    Defender

  • 9

    Brian Brobbey

    Forward

  • 10

    Nilson Angulo

    Forward

  • 12

    Thomas Meunier

    Defender

  • 17

    Reinildo Mandava

    Defender

  • 20

    Nordi Mukiele

    Defender

  • 22

    Robin Roefs

    Goalkeeper

  • 27

    Noah Sadiki

    Midfielder

  • 28

    Enzo Le Fée

    Midfielder

  • 32

    Trai Hume

    Defender

  • 34

    Granit Xhaka

    Midfielder

The Sunderland starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Brentford vs Sunderland

Match: Brentford vs Sunderland

Tournament: Prem 2026/27

Date: 05/09/2026

Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Gtech Community Stadium

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 4 September 2026, at 06:47 Last updated on 4 September 2026, at 06:47
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.