Burnley vs Sunderland Predictions

Burnley vs Sunderland is scheduled for kick off on 17 January, at 20:00. The game is set to take place at Turf Moor, with Anthony Backhouse officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Burnley currently holding the 2nd position in the table 24 points ahead of Sunderland. Burnley have lost 2 English Football League - Championship matches to Sunderland out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Wolves, Burnley aims to claim a win. Burnley have won 14 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Turf Moor. Sunderland's away record stands at 11 victories from 25 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Chelsea, Sunderland have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Burnley on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Burnley have scored over 1.5 goals in 54% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 35% of games. Their total stands at 69 goals and 187 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Sunderland have scored 58 goals with 200 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 63% of matches but conceded in 65% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Burnley scored 2 goals while Sunderland scored 4 goals. Their last match on 02 February 2026 ended in 3-0 to Sunderland.