Brighton vs Sunderland Prediction & Betting Tips (20 December)

Considered a possible outsider in the last European folding seats, Brighton is currently 10th in the Premier League and is 3 points behind 5th place. After going 4 games without a loss, 3 wins and 1 draw, the Seagulls have stalled recently. Indeed, they have not won any of their last 3 championship matches, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Held in check at home by West Ham 1-1, Brighton otherwise suffered the law of Aston Villa 3-4 and Liverpool last weekend 2-0. Sunderland defies all predictions for its return to the elite by keeping a good distance from the fight at the bottom of the table.

Better, the promoted team now occupies 8th place in the Premier League with only 2 units of spending on the Big 4. Confidently, the Black Cats have only lost 2 of their last 9 championship matches, for 4 victories and 3 draws. After being soundly beaten in the lair of Manchester City 3-0, they reacted last weekend. In front of their fans, Sunderland beat Newcastle 1-0. 

The last two months have also brought off-field developments that add context to this fixture. Brighton’s squad depth has been tested with injuries and rotation, while Sunderland received a boost when winger Simon Adingra was surprisingly left out of Ivory Coast’s AFCON squad, meaning he remains available during a busy winter schedule. Brighton’s upcoming fixtures against Arsenal and Manchester City underline the importance of securing points now, while Sunderland face Leeds and Fulham in what could be defining matches for their mid-table ambitions. Both clubs are navigating demanding schedules, and this encounter offers a chance to set the tone heading into the new year.

With Brighton hosting Sunderland at the Amex, the Seagulls will look to capitalize on home advantage and their attacking options. Sunderland’s defensive lapses against stronger sides like Manchester City suggest vulnerabilities that Brighton can exploit, especially with their pace and creativity in wide areas. Given Brighton’s recent ability to score multiple goals at home and Sunderland’s occasional struggles to keep clean sheets, the prediction leans toward a decisive outcome. The forecast is a commanding 3-0 victory for Brighton, a scoreline that would reaffirm their push for European contention while reminding Sunderland of the challenges that come with sustaining momentum in the Premier League.

• Summary: Brighton & Hove Albion is going head to head with Sunderland starting on 20 Dec 2025 at 15:00 UTC at American Express Stadium stadium, Falmer city, England. The match is a part of the Premier League .
• Referee: Darren England
• Brighton Feedinco Rating: 6.79
• Sunderland Feedinco Rating: 6.83