Prediction and odds analysis for Sunderland vs Arsenal at 00:30 on November 9, Premier League Round 11

Preview and odds analysis for Sunderland vs Arsenal at 00:30 on November 9. Predictions, expected lineups, and expert comments for the Premier League Round 11 clash between Sunderland and Arsenal.

Match preview Sunderland vs Arsenal

90-minute handicap: 1 1/4 : 0

Total goals line: 2 1/2

Since their promotion back to the Premier League, Sunderland have emerged as one of the season’s surprises by regularly upsetting top teams. Under coach Régis Le Bris, the North East side plays with tight organization, discipline, and notable grit. Their adaptable 3-5-2 formation enables the "Black Cats" to leverage midfield strength with Xhaka and Sadiki, while Traore and Le Fee add creativity and speed on the flanks. Sunderland remain unbeaten at home this season, scoring in every one of their 5 matches at the Stadium of Light. Their key asset is collective spirit and unity, despite lacking many star names. However, injuries to several main players are causing Le Bris difficulties in squad rotation against a superior Arsenal side.

On the other hand, Arsenal continue to showcase total dominance in both the Premier League and Champions League. Their 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague midweek helped Mikel Arteta’s team extend their winning streak to 8 consecutive games across all competitions without conceding – a record never before seen in 105 years of English football. Arsenal currently have the league’s best defense, conceding an average of only 1.9 shots on target per match. The defensive stability from the back four Saliba – Gabriel – Timber – Calafiori underpins their ball control, high pressing, and rapid counterattacks. Despite missing key players such as Gyokeres, Odegaard, and Martinelli, Arsenal possess impressive squad depth with players like Saka, Trossard, and Merino, who recently excelled in the Champions League.

Sunderland vs Arsenal Squad

Sunderland: Omar Alderete’s participation is uncertain; 5 players are sidelined due to injuries. Xhaka continues to start and captains the team, while Reinildo and Mukiele form a dynamic full-back duo.

Arsenal: Viktor Gyokeres is out with a muscle injury; Martinelli, Odegaard, Noni Madueke, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz are all sidelined with knee injuries. Martin Zubimendi has returned to training and is ready to play. Kepa is still not fully recovered, so Raya remains the starting goalkeeper.

Expected lineups Sunderland vs Arsenal

Sunderland: Roefs; Hume, Mukiele, Ballard, Geertruida, Reinildo; Xhaka, Sadiki; Traore, Isidor, Le Fee.

Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Merino, Trossard.

Recent form of Sunderland

Recent form of Arsenal

Head-to-head record between Sunderland and Arsenal

Expert opinion

The head-to-head history strongly favors Arsenal, who remain unbeaten in their last 15 Premier League matches against Sunderland, winning 12 of those. The last time the "Black Cats" defeated the "Gunners" was 16 years ago (1-0 in 2009). Sunderland are showing impressive form, especially at home, but facing an Arsenal at peak performance is a huge challenge. With their current excellent form, high morale, and very stable style of play, Arsenal are expected to extend their winning streak even as visitors at the Stadium of Light.

Score prediction from Sports & Culture Newspaper: Sunderland vs Arsenal: 0-2