Rafael Guillén
The upcoming match between Sunderland vs Bristol City marks a critical juncture in the English Championship season. With their respective objectives on the line, both teams understand the importance of this fixture. The Black Cats are still in the hunt for promotion to the Premier League, while the Robins are desperate to avoid falling deeper into the relegation zone. Given the current state of the league, their chances of survival look slim.
As a trusted source for sports betting information and Championship predictions, JefeBet is well-prepared to offer our prediction for this crucial encounter between Sunderland vs Bristol City.
Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for Sunderland vs Bristol City EFL Championship Matchday 33 Game on February 18, 2023
- Where: Stadium of Light – Sunderland, England
- When: Saturday, February 18, 2023, 9:00 AM E.T.
- Moneyline: Sunderland (+100) / Tie (+245) / Bristol City (+275)
- Asian Handicap: Sunderland (AH -.5, -104) / Bristol City (+.5, -127)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+104) Under (-137)
- Both teams score: Yes (-120) / No (-113).
Odds provided by Unibet.
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Betting on Sunderland
Following a spectacular dip in form that saw the team slump to 14th place in the standings, Coach Tom Mowbray has managed to engineer a remarkable turnaround that has seen the team climb into playoff contention for a return to the top flight.
With four unbeaten games, including three victories, the team’s recent form is a clear indication of their improvement. In their last game against Queens Park Rangers, they demonstrated a newfound attacking prowess, scoring three goals in a convincing 0-3 win.
Previously, the team had struggled to find the net, scoring just one goal in two games despite creating at least 10 chances. However, in the match against QPR, they were more clinical, registering 12 shots, eight of which were on target, and playing 54% of their passes forward.
Much of the team’s recent success can be attributed to Mowbray’s tactical adjustments, as he has taken more risks in his approach. As they prepare to play at home, it appears that Mowbray will once again encourage his team to play with an attacking mindset.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Anthony Patterson; Trai Hume, Daniel Ballard, Danny Batth, Ajibola-Joshua Alese; Patrick Roberts, Luke O’Neil, Alex Pritchard, Abdoullah Ba; Joe Gelhardt, Jack Clarke.
Betting on Bristol City
Bristol City suffered a severe setback and has struggled to regain their footing, resulting in a mid-table position and a 10-point buffer from the relegation zone. In the English Championship, one bad run can quickly ignite a downward spiral. Fortunately, they have gone undefeated in their last seven games, with three wins and four draws. During this unbeaten streak, they have had a strong offensive output, scoring a total of 10 goals. However, their defense has been a cause for concern, conceding seven goals in the process.
While their chances for promotion to the Premier League via the playoffs may seem complicated, it is still feasible as they are only seven points behind Watford. At the moment, Bristol City’s situation is tenuous; a loss could be detrimental to their aspirations, while a win could bring them closer to playoff contention for promotion to the top tier.
Possible Lineup (4-2-3-1): Max O’Leary; George Tanner, Zak Vyner, Robert Atkinson, Cameron Pring; Matty James, Joe Williams; Andreas Weimann, Alex Scott, Anis Mehmeti; Hary Cornick.
JefeBet Prediction
Sunderland has a positive home record, but it’s nothing to write home about. Out of 15 games, they have only won 6: strangely, they are the better away team. Because of Bristol City’s current streak and because they are not so strong at home, we believe they will draw, which is in the interest of both teams to keep winning.
Prediction: Sunderland 1-1 Bristol City.
