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West Bromwich Albion FC
v Sunderland AFC
The Hawthorns
Championship Matchday 40
05-04-2025 11:30
West Brom Form
Sunderland Form
Date: 05/04/25
Kick-off time: 12:30
Venue: The Hawthorns
The Championship encounter between West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, at The Hawthorns. This pivotal match sees Sunderland in fourth place with 72 points, while West Bromwich Albion holds sixth position with 57 points. Both teams are vying for promotion, making this fixture crucial in the race for Premier League football.
In our West Brom v Sunderland team news, both squads are expected to field their strongest line-ups given the match’s significance. West Brom’s striker Josh Maja, who has netted 12 goals this season, will be a key figure in their attack. Sunderland’s manager, Tony Mowbray, known for his tactical expertise, will aim to leverage his team’s consistent performance to secure a favourable result.
Our West Brom v Sunderland betting tips suggest a closely contested match, with a draw being a plausible outcome. West Brom’s solid home record and Sunderland’s commendable away performances indicate a balanced encounter. Additionally, betting on both teams to score appears prudent, considering their offensive capabilities.
Our West Brom v Sunderland prediction anticipates a tightly fought match, likely resulting in a draw. Both teams have demonstrated resilience and competitiveness throughout the season, suggesting an evenly matched contest.
Match Prediction: Draw. Bet with bet365.
For our West Brom v Sunderland score prediction, a 1-1 draw seems a probable outcome. Both teams possess the attacking prowess to find the net, while their defensive solidity may prevent a high-scoring affair.
Correct Score Prediction: 1-1. Bet with bet365.
In our West Brom v Sunderland Over/Under goals prediction, betting on under 2.5 goals appears reasonable. Both teams have exhibited strong defensive records, indicating a match with limited goal-scoring opportunities.
Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Our West Brom v Sunderland Bet Builder tip includes Josh Maja to score anytime. Given his current form and significance to West Brom’s attack, Maja presents a viable goal-scoring threat in this encounter. Additionally, adding West Brom to win or draw (Double-Chance) and under 2.5 goals makes for a well-rounded bet builder.
Bet Builder Tip: West Brom to win or draw (Double-Chance), under 2.5 goals, and Josh Maja to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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