Premier League 2026/27
Sunderland vs Crystal Palace prediction
0-1 is our call. See where the goals come from, what tips the balance and three bets at rising risk.
34%Sunderland
26%draw
40%Palace
Quick overview
- Our pick: We predict 0-1, with Palace at 40%.
- Home advantage: Palace are the better side even away from home; Sunderland's home crowd only narrows the difference.
- Goals outlook: 2.7 goals is our expectation, which leaves over 2.5 at a finely balanced 52%.
- Safest bet: Palace or draw (Double chance), about a 66% chance.
Who will win Sunderland vs Palace?
Malik Mumbai predicts Crystal Palace to beat Sunderland, 0-1. We give Palace a 40% chance of winning, the draw 26%, and expect about 2.7 goals in total. Kick-off is Sat, 19 Dec 2026 at 20:30 IST at Stadium of Light.
- Predicted score
- 0-1
- Our pick
- Palace, 40%
- Draw
- 26%
What will decide it
The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.
Home advantage
Palace are the better side even away from home; Sunderland's home crowd only narrows the difference.
Helps Even
Goals outlook
2.7 goals is our expectation, which leaves over 2.5 at a finely balanced 52%.
Helps Even
Quality gap
Palace are well ahead on our ratings, with the draw at just 26%. An early goal for them would be hard for Sunderland to overturn.
Helps Palace
How many goals in Sunderland vs Palace?
Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.
Best bets for Sunderland vs Palace
One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.
Safer
Our chance 66%
Double chance
Palace or draw
Wins if Palace win or the game ends level. Low odds, but it only loses to an upset.
Value
Our chance 56%
Both teams to score
Yes
Both attacks should create chances. We rate it 56%.
Long shot
Our chance 9%
Correct score
Palace 0-1
Our predicted result. These markets rarely land, so a small stake is enough.
How the teams line up
Confirmed line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off.
Home
Sunderland
A steady mid-table team, Sunderland defend well in front of their own fans at Stadium of Light but can struggle to turn possession into chances.
Away
Crystal Palace
Palace are tough to score against on the road at Stadium of Light, though they don't create a great deal themselves.
Match preview
Sunderland host Crystal Palace at Stadium of Light in the Premier League 2026/27. We project 1.31 expected goals for Sunderland against 1.43 for Palace, and that gap drives our 40% rating for Palace. 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.
Sunderland and Palace: the games either side
Rest days and what comes next for both clubs, from the published Premier League fixture list.
Sunderland play 7 days after their game at home to Forest on 12 Dec. Their next league game is away at Everton 7 days after this one. It is game 16 of 38 for them.
Palace play 7 days after their game at home to Man Utd on 12 Dec. Their next league game is at home to Arsenal 8 days after this one. It is game 16 of 38 for them.
The reverse fixture, at Selhurst Park, is on Sat, 27 Feb 2027, so this is the first of two league meetings this season.
- 12 DecSunderland vs ForestStadium of Light
- 12 DecPalace vs Man UtdSelhurst Park
- 19 DecSunderland vs PalaceStadium of LightThis match
- 26 DecEverton vs SunderlandHill Dickinson Stadium
- 27 DecPalace vs ArsenalSelhurst Park
More Sunderland and Palace predictions
- 27 FebCrystal Palace vs SunderlandPremier League, 20:30 IST
- 26 DecEverton vs SunderlandPremier League, 20:30 IST
- 30 DecManchester United vs SunderlandPremier League, 01:00 IST, next day
- 27 DecCrystal Palace vs ArsenalPremier League, 00:30 IST, next day
- 30 DecCrystal Palace vs AFC BournemouthPremier League, 01:00 IST, next day
- 19 DecAFC Bournemouth vs Coventry CityPremier League, 20:30 IST
Sunderland vs Crystal Palace: questions fans ask
Quick answers to what readers ask us most.
Who will win Sunderland vs Palace?
Crystal Palace, on our numbers: Sunderland 34%, draw 26%, Palace 40%. The model uses club ratings, home advantage and recent form.
What time is Sunderland vs Crystal Palace in India?
Sat, 19 Dec 2026, 20:30 IST India time (15:00 UK), at Stadium of Light in Sunderland. Broadcast changes can shift Premier League fixtures, so confirm nearer kick-off.
What is the best bet for Sunderland vs Palace?
Our safer bet is Palace or draw (66%). For more value we like both teams to score: Yes (56%). Always check the confirmed line-ups first.
Sunderland vs Palace match kaun jitega?
Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Crystal Palace favourite hain. Sunderland ka chance 34%, draw 26% aur Palace ka chance 40% hai. Hamara predicted score 0-1 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.
Is it legal to bet on the Premier League in India?
Not for real money online. India's Online Gaming Act 2025 bans online money games, including betting, along with their advertising and payment processing. Our legal guide explains what is still allowed. This is not legal advice, and you must be 18 or over.
Will both teams score in Sunderland vs Palace?
We rate both teams to score at 56%, so it leans yes. Over 2.5 goals is 52%.
Is Sunderland vs Crystal Palace a derby?
No, it is a regular league match between clubs from Sunderland and London.
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.