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Premier League 2026/27

Fulham vs Sunderland prediction

Our predicted score is 1-0. Below: the goals outlook, the deciding factors and three bets from safe to long shot.

By Vishal Rao, Football EditorUpdated

62%Fulham

21%draw

17%Sunderland

Predicted score 1-0 (half-time 0-0), from the Malik Mumbai goals model.

Quick overview

  • Our pick: We predict 1-0, with Fulham at 62%.
  • Home advantage: On top of being the stronger side, Fulham get roughly a quarter-goal boost from playing at Craven Cottage.
  • Goals outlook: Expect chances at both ends: our model has 2.9 goals and puts over 2.5 at 55%.
  • Safest bet: Fulham or draw (Double chance), about a 83% chance.

Who will win Fulham vs Sunderland?

We back Fulham in Fulham vs Sunderland, with a predicted score of 1-0 and a 62% win chance. The model expects goals, with over 2.5 goals at 55%. Kick-off: Sat, 17 Apr 2027 at 19:30 IST.

Predicted score
1-0
Our pick
Fulham, 62%
Draw
21%

What will decide it

The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.

  • Home advantage

    On top of being the stronger side, Fulham get roughly a quarter-goal boost from playing at Craven Cottage.

    Helps Fulham

  • Goals outlook

    Expect chances at both ends: our model has 2.9 goals and puts over 2.5 at 55%.

    Helps Goals

  • Quality gap

    There is a clear gap in quality, and the draw is only 21%. Sunderland can't afford to concede first.

    Helps Fulham

How many goals in Fulham vs Sunderland?

Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.

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Both teams score 51%Over 2.5 goals 55%Expected goals 1.95 / 0.91

Best bets for Fulham vs Sunderland

One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.

  1. Safer

    Our chance 83%

    Double chance

    Fulham or draw

    Pays out on a Fulham win or a draw. The odds are low because only an upset loses it.

  2. Value

    Our chance 55%

    Total goals

    Over 2.5

    The model expects 2.9 goals, which clears the line more often than not.

  3. Long shot

    Our chance 11%

    Correct score

    Fulham 1-0

    Our predicted score. Correct-score odds are long, so a small stake is plenty.

How the teams line up

Confirmed line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off.

Home

Fulham

A steady mid-table team, Fulham defend well in front of their own fans at Craven Cottage but can struggle to turn possession into chances.

Away

Sunderland

A steady mid-table team, Sunderland defend well on the road at Craven Cottage but can struggle to turn possession into chances.

Match preview

Sunderland visit Craven Cottage to face Fulham in the 2026/27 Premier League. We project 1.95 expected goals for Fulham against 0.91 for Sunderland, and that gap drives our 62% rating for Fulham. Team news lands about an hour before kick-off, and a key absence can move this more than anything else, so check the line-ups before you bet.

Fulham and Sunderland: the games either side

Rest days and what comes next for both clubs, from the published Premier League fixture list.

Fulham play 7 days after their game away at Chelsea on 10 Apr. Their next league game is away at Brentford 7 days after this one. It is game 32 of 38 for them.

Sunderland play 7 days after their game at home to Ipswich on 10 Apr. Their next league game is away at Forest 7 days after this one. It is game 32 of 38 for them.

The reverse fixture, at Stadium of Light, was played on Sun, 30 Aug 2026, so this is the second meeting of the season.

  1. 10 AprChelsea vs FulhamStamford Bridge
  2. 10 AprSunderland vs IpswichStadium of Light
  3. 17 AprFulham vs SunderlandCraven CottageThis match
  4. 24 AprBrentford vs FulhamGtech Community Stadium
  5. 24 AprForest vs SunderlandCity Ground

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Fulham vs Sunderland: questions fans ask

Quick answers to what readers ask us most.

Who will win Fulham vs Sunderland?

Our pick is Fulham. We rate Fulham at 62%, the draw at 21% and Sunderland at 17%, from club ratings, home advantage and form.

What time is Fulham vs Sunderland in India?

Sat, 17 Apr 2027, 19:30 IST India time (15:00 UK), at Craven Cottage in London. Broadcast changes can shift Premier League fixtures, so confirm nearer kick-off.

What is the best bet for Fulham vs Sunderland?

Fulham or draw is the safer option at 83%. The value pick is total goals: Over 2.5 (55%). Check the line-ups before you bet.

Fulham vs Sunderland match kaun jitega?

Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Fulham favourite hain. Fulham ka chance 62%, draw 21% aur Sunderland ka chance 17% hai. Hamara predicted score 1-0 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.

How many goals will there be in Fulham vs Sunderland?

Our model expects 2.9 goals. The most likely total is 2 goals, and there is a 6% chance of a 0-0.

Where can I watch Fulham vs Sunderland?

Broadcast rights in India change by season, so check the official Premier League broadcaster listings closer to the day.

Will both teams score in Fulham vs Sunderland?

We rate both teams to score at 51%, so it leans yes. Over 2.5 goals is 55%.

Still unsure? Ask our team

Fixture dates and kick-off times follow the Premier League's published schedule and can change for TV or cup games. Predictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Malik Mumbai's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a limit before you play and bet responsibly.

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