Date of Tips: 15/10/2025
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Sunderland AFC
v Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 
Stadium of Light
Premier League Matchday 8 
18-10-2025 14:00
Sunderland Form
Wolverhampton Form
Date: 18/10/2025
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: Stadium of Light
Another massive weekend in the Premier League, and this one feels huge already. Sunderland are back at the Stadium of Light, hosting a Wolverhampton side that’s still trying to find its rhythm. Both clubs are in the bottom half, both have plenty to prove, and honestly, this could go either way.
Sunderland have had a decent start to life back in the top flight — 11 points from seven games isn’t bad at all. Wolves? Not so much. Just two points from seven league matches means Vítor Pereira’s men are already under pressure. But here’s the thing — Wolves haven’t lost in three across all competitions, and they’re starting to look a bit more organised. So, could this be their turning point? Let’s dig in.
No injury headaches for Régis Le Bris this week — a nice change, right? Sunderland have a full squad available, and you can expect him to stick with his usual 4-2-3-1 setup.
Robin Roefs should keep his spot between the posts, with Trai Hume, Nordi Mukiele, Omar Alderete, and Arthur Masuaku across the back line. Granit Xhaka and Noah Sadiki will do the dirty work in midfield, freeing up Bertrand Traoré, Enzo Le Fée, and Simon Adingra to support Wilson Isidor, who’s been on fire.
And yeah — Isidor’s the guy to watch. Three league goals already and looking like Sunderland’s best finisher by a mile. If he gets space, Wolves could be in trouble.
Pereira also has a clean bill of health — no excuses there. Expect Wolves to line up in a 4-3-3, looking to press high and keep things tight early on.
Sam Johnstone will start in goal, with Jackson Tchatchoua, Santiago Bueno, Ladislav Krejčí, and Hugo Bueno at the back. The midfield trio of Marshall Munetsi, André Trindade, and João Gomes gives Wolves some bite and energy, while Jhon Arias, Jørgen Strand Larsen, and Hee-Chan Hwang form a pacey front three.
It’s not a bad lineup on paper — the problem has been goals. Just five from seven league games. That’s the fewest in the division.
Sunderland haven’t lost to Wolves in their last three league meetings. The last time Wolves won at the Stadium of Light? You’d have to go way back. In fact, the most recent clash between them in 2018 ended 3-0 to Sunderland.
Historically, these games are tight. Out of their last six head-to-heads, two finished 1-0, and two ended as draws. And yeah — goals have been hard to come by, with just 15 in total across those six fixtures.
Solid but not spectacular. Sunderland’s early points have come against mid-table sides, and they were well beaten by Manchester United last time out. Still, their defence has been impressive — just six goals conceded all season.
You can see what Pereira’s trying to do — Wolves are pressing better and keeping the ball more efficiently. But it’s the same story every week: they don’t finish their chances. A 1-1 draw with Brighton was better, but they still only managed three shots on target in that game.
This is going to be a scrap. Don’t expect a thriller. Both sides are desperate for points, and neither has exactly been free-scoring.
This one feels like a classic Premier League basement battle — nervy, scrappy, but tense in the best way. Sunderland will look to dominate possession at home, while Wolves will sit deep and hope to catch them on the break.
The problem for Wolves is that they just don’t have anyone in form up front. Hwang’s been lively, but he needs more support from midfield. Sunderland, on the other hand, look like a team that knows how to grind out results.
Prediction: Sunderland 1-0 Wolves
A clean sheet, a moment of quality from Isidor, and three points to keep the Black Cats moving in the right direction.
Match Prediction: Sunderland to win. Bet with bet365.
If you’re into score betting, the 1-0 home win looks spot on. Sunderland have won twice by that margin already this season, and Wolves have lost by it twice too. It just fits.
Correct Score Prediction: Sunderland 1-0 Wolverhampton. Bet with bet365.
You can probably see where this is going — don’t expect fireworks. Both sides average under a goal per game in open play, and the last few head-to-heads have been cagey.
Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
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That’s your “grind-it-out” combo — fits the form, stats, and likely style of play.
Bet Builder Tip: Sunderland to Win, Under 2.5 Goals, Wilson Isidor Anytime Scorer. Bet with bet365.
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Sunderland are favourites based on form and confidence. Expect a tight game, but the Black Cats look more balanced right now.
A 1-0 win for Sunderland feels the most likely outcome.
Probably not. Sunderland’s defence has been solid, and Wolves are struggling for goals.
Wilson Isidor is in hot form and looks the best bet to get on the scoresheet again.
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