Sunderland vs Leeds United : Prediction, line-ups & odds (04/10)
Sunderland face Leeds United in the Championship this Friday night, with both sides having started well as they look for promotion.
Our 3 predictions for Sunderland v Leeds United:
1st prediction: Sunderland win 199/100
2nd prediction: Both teams to score 3/4
3rd prediction: Over 3.5 goals 12/5
1st Prediction for Sunderland vs Leeds United: Sunderland win 199/100
While many touted Leeds as most likely to go up this season, it’s Sunderland who go into this game with the tag of favourites. Their early season form has been nothing short of incredible under new boss Regis Le Bris, and the Black Cats are going into every game now with the expectation of leaving with three points. Leeds will make it hard though and represent a tough test for the Wearside outfit, which is reflected in these odds.
2nd Prediction for Sunderland vs Leeds United: Both teams to score 3/4
Both sides have been in fine form in front of goal so far this season, with Sunderland holding the best attacking record in the league and Leeds United not far behind. The two teams have an abundance of attacking talent at their disposal and despite their strong defences, it would be a surprise if both teams don’t end up on the scoresheet. Sunderland have hit the target in every Championship game this season and Leeds have scored in all but one of their last six, so goals should be in order on Friday night.
3rd Prediction for Sunderland vs Leeds United: Over 3.5 goals 12/5
Again, with the players these two teams have, goals are pretty much guaranteed. Sunderland are used to hitting several in a game and could even cover this bet themselves, but if they don’t you’d imagine Leeds would cover the rest. Despite both sides being relatively safe at the back, something has to give at some point, and you’d expect that this would be the game where one side’s defensive record takes a bit of a beating.
Best odds for Sunderland vs Leeds United
| Bookmaker | Sunderland | Draw | Leeds United |
| MyriadPlay | 199/100 | 12/5 | 129/100 |
| CosmoBet | 2/1 | 217/100 | 132/100 |
| VeloBet | 2/1 | 217/100 | 132/100 |
Full preview of the game: last results and head-to-head
Confrontation
17/02/2025
Championship Championship
Leeds United
Sunderland
2
1
04/10/2024
Championship Championship
Sunderland
Leeds United
2
2
09/04/2024
Championship Championship
Leeds United
Sunderland
0
0
12/12/2023
Championship Championship
Sunderland
Leeds United
1
0
Last Results - Sunderland 
15/03/2025
Championship Championship
Coventry City
Sunderland
3
0
L
11/03/2025
Championship Championship
Sunderland
Preston North End
1
1
D
08/03/2025
Championship Championship
Sunderland
Cardiff City
2
1
W
28/02/2025
Championship Championship
Sheffield Wednesday
Sunderland
1
2
W
22/02/2025
Championship Championship
Sunderland
Hull City
0
1
L
Last Results - Leeds United
15/03/2025
Championship Championship
Queens Park Rangers
Leeds United
2
2
D
12/03/2025
Championship Championship
Leeds United
Millwall
2
0
W
09/03/2025
Championship Championship
Portsmouth
Leeds United
1
0
L
01/03/2025
Championship Championship
Leeds United
West Bromwich Albion
1
1
D
24/02/2025
Championship Championship
Sheffield United
Leeds United
1
3
W
This looks set to be a tasty match-up of two teams flying high towards the top of the division, coming off the back of contrasting results. Host Sunderland kept themselves top of the table with victory over newly-promoted Derby County, whereas Leeds drew away at Watford. A win would see Sunderland remain top of the table by at least a point; if Leeds win they could find themselves top if results go their way.
In terms of this fixture’s past, Leeds failed to win either game against Sunderland last season, with a draw and a defeat in the league. They have, however, got a good record in this fixture going further back, so will be hoping last year’s results were just a blip. Sunderland’s good form means they come into this fixture full of confidence and with last campaign’s head-to-head in their favour, but they’ll have to make sure to avoid complacency so they don’t slip up against Leeds.
Where to watch Sunderland vs Leeds United
Where can I watch this televised Championship clash?
Location: Stadium of Light, Sunderland
Date and time: 8pm UK time, Friday, October 4
TV Channel: Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football
Probable Line-Ups for Sunderland vs Leeds United
The two sides come into this game with a few injuries, with a few having been picked up in midweek, most notably Ilya Gruev for Leeds. Sunderland face somewhat of a selection crisis in defence; they’ll likely stick with the same backline through necessity, and will be limited in options on the bench.
Sunderland line-up:
A Patterson, T Hume, C Mepham, L O’Nien, D Cirkin, C Rigg, D Neil, J Bellingham, P Roberts, W Isidor, R Mundle
Injuries and suspensions: N Huggins, J Seelt, D Ballard, A Alese, I Poveda (all injured)
Coach: Regis Le Bris
Leeds United line-up:
I Meslier, J Bogle, J Rodon, P Struijk, J Firpo, A Tanaka, I Gruev, W Gnonto, B Aaronson, L Ramazani, M Joseph
Injuries and suspensions: E Ampadu, D James, M Wober (all injured)
Coach: Daniel Farke
