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Sunderland vs Burnley

Stadium of Light, Sunderland31 January 2015 at 15:00
20
Referee: Lee Mason

Match Events

Sunderland
Burnley
Kick Off
C. Wickham

assist: A. Réveillère

20′
J. Defoe

assist: P. van Aanholt

34′
Half Time
60′
G. BoydR. Wallace
61′
D. IngsL. Jutkiewicz
Adam Johnson69′
J. DefoeS. Fletcher
75′
C. WickhamD. Graham
76′
76′
A. BarnesS. Vokes
A. JohnsonR. Álvarez
86′
Sebastian Larsson89′
Costel Pantilimon90′
90′Dean Marney
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal4
2Shots off Goal6
0Total Shots0
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
12Fouls12
6Corner Kicks3
3Offsides3
51%Ball Possession49%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sunderland is —, compared to 6.35 for Burnley. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sunderland's highest-rated starter is —, while Burnley's best-rated player is A. Barnes (6.35).

Defensive Solidity

Sunderland deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Burnley's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Sunderland field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Burnley's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Sunderland start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Burnley averaging 6.35. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Discipline

Sunderland's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Burnley. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Sunderland's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Burnley average 36.0 (youngest: A. Barnes (36), oldest: A. Barnes (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Sunderland's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Burnley. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

SunderlandPosition StrengthBurnley
Avg Rating
6.35
Forward (3 v 2)6.35
0G 0A0G 0A
Sunderland
1GoalkeeperC. Pantilimon
15DefenderA. Réveillère
16DefenderJ. O'Shea
3DefenderP. van Aanholt
27DefenderS. Vergini
14MidfielderJordi Gómez
7MidfielderS. Larsson
4MidfielderL. Bridcutt
11ForwardA. Johnson
28ForwardJ. Defoe
10ForwardC. Wickham
Burnley
1GoalkeeperT. Heaton
5DefenderJ. Shackell
2DefenderK.Trippier
6DefenderB. Mee
25DefenderM. Keane
14MidfielderD. Jones
8MidfielderD. Marney
37MidfielderS. Arfield
21MidfielderG. Boyd
30ForwardA. Barnes6.3
10ForwardD. Ings

Match Summary

Sunderland defeated Burnley 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2014. Goals were scored by C. Wickham 20′, J. Defoe 34′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Sunderland had 51% possession while Burnley held 49%. Sunderland made 3 substitutions, Burnley made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Sunderland vs Burnley Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Sunderland
3
wins
Drawn
5
Burnley
4
wins
Total goals
23 · 1.9/match
Both scored
3/12 · 25%
Over 2.5
4/12 · 33%

Recent Form

Sunderland

DDLLWW

Burnley

DLLLLL

Match Prediction

Sunderland

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Burnley

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Burnley

17%Form83%
31%Attack69%
53%Defence47%
50%Head-to-head50%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Sunderland2wins
2draws6 meetings
Burnley2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2

Average goals per game

33%

Games with 3+ goals

17%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (44%) — the odds may underestimate Sunderland.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.6%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 44.4%Draw 30.9%Away 28.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.103.40
Max2.253.323.64
Market favourite:Sunderland · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market43.6%29.5%26.9%
Public market43.3%29.6%27.1%

Sunderland vs Burnley — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Sunderland
Result vs. Market: Sunderland (44%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

SunderlandHalf-time:20Burnley
8Shots13
3Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
02/02/26Sunderland3–0Burnley1.80/3.50/4.75
23/08/25Burnley2–0Sunderland2.21/3.23/3.56
31/12/16Burnley4–1Sunderland2.39/3.24/3.30
18/03/17Sunderland0–0Burnley2.59/3.24/2.97
20/09/14Burnley0–0Sunderland2.50/3.29/3.01
31/01/15Sunderland2–0Burnley2.25/3.24/3.55

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Sunderland

W 165D 170L 308
Over 2.545
Goals scored649

Away Record: Burnley

W 92D 93L 192
Over 2.548
Goals scored376

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026