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€134.60m

24 May10:01
1 : 2

Sunderland

€141.98m

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Sheffield vs Sunderland Prediction: Wembley Awaits a Tactical Thriller

Set your alarms and gather your mates, because the Sheffield vs Sunderland prediction for this Wembley spectacle on 2025-05-24 at 15:01 GMT has all the ingredients of a footballing epic. Whether you’re a stats nerd, a betting enthusiast, or just love a good underdog story, this match is primed for high drama, tactical chess, and, of course, a few surprises that only the beautiful game can deliver. Let’s dive into the numbers, history, and betting tips that make this fixture unmissable.

History Repeats? Head to Head and Recent Surprises

When Sheffield and Sunderland last locked horns back in November 2024, it was a razor-thin 1-0 win for Sheffield. The odds then? Sheffield at 2.02, Sunderland at 3.79—a tight call that played out as expected: low scoring, hard-fought, and decided by the finest of margins. Fast forward to today, and the bookmakers are still hedging their bets:

  • Sheffield (home win): 2.4
  • Draw: 3.05
  • Sunderland (away win): 3.15

Both teams have shown they can punch above their weight. Sheffield stunned everyone with a 2:2 draw against Chelsea (odds 6.99), while Sunderland held firm for a 0:0 at Leeds (odds 8.6). If you’re looking for a team that can spoil the script, both sides have recent form for it.

By the Numbers: Statistics, Trends, and Tactical Intrigue

Let’s get nerdy with the stats—after all, this is where the Sheffield vs Sunderland prediction finds its backbone. Here’s what the data says:

  • Possession forecast: Sheffield 58%, Sunderland 42%
  • Projected shots: 15 for Sheffield, 9 for Sunderland
  • Shots on target: 4 (Sheffield), 2 (Sunderland)
  • Corners: 5 (Sheffield), 4 (Sunderland)
  • Yellow cards: 1 (Sheffield), 2 (Sunderland)
  • Squad value: Sheffield €134.60m, Sunderland €141.98m

Despite Sunderland’s slightly higher squad value, Sheffield’s expected dominance in possession and shots suggests they’ll be dictating the tempo. But don’t count Sunderland out; their ability to grind out results on the road is well documented in Championship lore.

Championship League Context

This season, home wins have occurred 42.8% of the time, away wins 30.4%, and draws 26.8%. Both teams found the net in 49.9% of matches, while over 2.5 goals came in 46.9% of the time—hinting that goals are never a given. Over 1.5 goals happened in 71.7% of matches, but over 3.5? Just 24.6%. The trend? Tight, tactical, and rarely a goal-fest.

Betting Tips and AI-Backed Predictions

Now for what everyone’s really after: the Sheffield vs Sunderland prediction and betting tips from the ever-reliable NerdyTips AI. Here’s the lowdown:

  • 1X (Home win or draw): Odds 1.35, Trust level 8.5/10 – A safe bet, considering Sheffield’s possession stats and home advantage at Wembley.
  • 1x2 Home win: Odds 2.4, Trust 8.0/10 – If you fancy the bolder route, Sheffield look the likelier side to edge it.
  • Under 2.5 goals: Odds 1.56, Trust 6.9/10 – The AI expects a cagey affair, with a predicted score of 1:0 and a half-time stalemate at 0:0. This fits perfectly with recent head to head results and league trends.

So, if you’re looking for value and a bit of nerve, the home win or draw market is the AI’s top tip. But if you like your bets with a dash of risk, backing Sheffield outright at 2.4 might just pay off—especially when history, stats, and momentum are all pointing their way.

Sheffield vs Sunderland Prediction: The Final Word

Wembley is set for a tactical battle where every pass, tackle, and set-piece could tip the scales. Sheffield’s control in possession and their knack for edging tight games—seen in their last meeting—makes them favourites, but Sunderland’s grit and squad value keep things interesting. Expect a chess match, not a shootout. The smart money? Backing 1X at odds of 1.35 with a trust level of 8.5/10, or going for the under 2.5 goals market. If you’re feeling bold, Sheffield to win at 2.4 is the top Sheffield vs Sunderland prediction from NerdyTips.

So grab your scarf, place your bets, and get ready for a Wembley afternoon where stats, history, and a touch of footballing magic collide. This one’s for the purists—and the punters who love a story with every stat.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Sheffield vs Sunderland

1X -286

Sheffield to win or draw with odds of -286
8/10

1x2 Tip

1 140

Sheffield is expected to win with odds of 140
8/10

Total Goals

Under 2.5 -179

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match
6/10

Both Teams To Score

No -133

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U3.5 -133

Home win/draw and under 3.5 goals
7/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

1:0

Stats Predictions

58%
Ball Possession
42%
15
Total Shots
9
4
Shots on Goal
2
4
Shots Off Goal
2
5
Corners
4
1
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

2.4
Total Goals
1.5
1.6
Goals Scored
0.6
0.8
Goals Against
0.9
52%
Possession
46%
16.1
Total Shots
10
4.9
Shots on Goal
2.7
5.1
Shots off Goal
2.8
10.1
Fouls
12.2
5.9
Corners
5.8
1.9
Offsides
1.9
1.43
Yellow Cards
2.6
0
Red Cards
0.1
423
Total Passes
380

Overview Last 10 Matches

5
Wins
3
8
Over 1.5 Goals
4
5
Over 2.5 Goals
2
1
Over 3.5 Goals
0
4
Both Teams Scored
3
0
Unexpected Wins
0
2
Unexpected Loses
1

Head to Head

Sheffield
5 - 0 - 3
Sunderland
Sheffield Sheffield 24-May-25
1:2
Sunderland Sunderland
Sunderland Sunderland 01-Jan-25
2:1
Sheffield Sheffield
Sheffield Sheffield 29-Nov-24
1:0
Sunderland Sunderland
Sunderland Sunderland 15-Mar-23
1:2
Sheffield Sheffield
Sheffield Sheffield 17-Aug-22
2:1
Sunderland Sunderland
Sheffield Sheffield 25-Sep-19
0:1
Sunderland Sunderland
Sheffield Sheffield 26-Dec-17
3:0
Sunderland Sunderland

Profile time Recent Matches of Sheffield

09 Dec Sheffield Utd Sheffield Ut.
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06 DecW Sheffield Utd Sheffield Ut.
4:0
Stoke. Stoke

Profile time Recent Matches of Sunderland

06 DecLMan. City Man. City.
3:0
Sunderland.Sunderland
03 DecDLiverpool Liverpool.
1:1
Sunderland.Sunderland

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Team Matches Goals Points
1 Leeds Leeds46
95-30
100
2 Burnley Burnley46
69-16
100
3 Sheffield Utd Sheffield Utd46
63-36
90
4 Sunderland Sunderland46
58-44
76
5 Coventry Coventry46
64-58
69
6 Bristol City Bristol City46
59-55
68
7 Blackburn Blackburn46
53-48
66
8 Millwall Millwall46
47-49
66
9 West Brom West Brom46
57-47
64
10 Middlesbrough Middlesbrough46
64-56
64
11 Swansea Swansea46
51-56
61
12 Sheffield Wednesday Sheffield Wedn46
60-69
58
13 Norwich Norwich46
71-68
57
14 Watford Watford46
53-61
57
15 QPR QPR46
53-63
56
16 Portsmouth Portsmouth46
58-71
54
17 Oxford United Oxford United46
49-65
53
18 Stoke City Stoke City46
45-62
51
19 Derby Derby46
48-56
50
20 Preston Preston46
48-59
50
21 Hull City Hull City46
44-54
49
22 Luton Luton46
45-69
49
23 Plymouth Plymouth46
51-88
46
24 Cardiff Cardiff46
48-73
44
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