Preview & Prediction: Plymouth Argyle FC vs Sunderland AFC

In the upcoming matchup between Plymouth Argyle FC and Sunderland AFC at Home Park, the key question is how the home side will counter Sunderland’s formidable away form. Sunderland exhibits an impressive 67% win rate on the road, while Plymouth Argyle showcases a respectable 50% win rate at home, with the latter losing just a quarter of their home games. Historically, Sunderland has had the upper hand, winning 5 out of their last 8 encounters, including a 2-0 win in their last meeting. Plymouth has managed 2 victories, and one match ended in a draw.

Analyzing their recent performances, Plymouth averages 1.75 points per game at home this season, demonstrating solid yet unspectacular form. Conversely, Sunderland averages 2.17 points per game in away fixtures, underscoring their consistent away strength. With previous encounters averaging 2.5 goals per game and both teams scoring 50% of the time, fans can expect a competitive game.

Given Sunderland’s exceptional away record and historical edge over Plymouth, they seem poised to secure another victory. A close contest is likely, but backing Sunderland to win seems the most prudent bet.

Insights

• Sunderland has a strong away form with a 67% win rate.
• Plymouth Argyle has a 50% win rate and only 25% loss rate at home.
• Sunderland won the last head-to-head meeting 2-0.
• Out of their last 8 meetings, Sunderland won 5 times, Plymouth Argyle won 2 times, and there was 1 draw.
• Matches between these teams average 2.5 goals per game.
• Both teams to score (BTTS) has happened 50% of the time in their previous encounters.
• Plymouth Argyle averages 1.75 points per game at home this season.
• Sunderland averages 2.17 points per game in away matches this season.

Match Forecast

• Sunderland AFC will likely dominate in finishing scoring chances.
• Plymouth Argyle FC may focus on creating long shot opportunities but face difficulties converting them.
• Sunderland AFC will utilize counter attacks effectively against Plymouth’s weak defense.
• Sunderland AFC will be strong in creating scoring chances, especially down the right flank.
• Plymouth Argyle FC’s very weak defending against set pieces could lead to goals from Sunderland on set-piece situations.
• Sunderland AFC may struggle to keep possession, but their strength in other areas should compensate.
• Plymouth Argyle FC’s aggressive play style could lead to fouls in dangerous areas, benefiting Sunderland.
• Plymouth Argyle FC’s vulnerability to aerial duels and attacks down the wings will be exploited by Sunderland’s attacking style.
• Sunderland AFC’s ability to protect the lead will make it difficult for Plymouth to stage a comeback if they fall behind.
• Plymouth Argyle FC might use long balls and attempt to take long shots, but Sunderland’s defense on set pieces will pose challenges.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline in matches between Plymouth Argyle and Sunderland AFC is 0-2, with this result occurring in 3 games.
• In the last 6 home games for Plymouth Argyle against Sunderland AFC, Plymouth Argyle has won 2, drawn 1, and lost 3. The goal difference favors Sunderland AFC 8-5.
• Over the last 12 encounters, Plymouth Argyle has won 4 times, drawn 1, while Sunderland AFC has emerged victorious 7 times. The aggregate score is 23-13 in favor of Sunderland AFC.
• Last season, the matches ended 2-0 in favor of Plymouth Argyle at home and 3-1 in favor of Sunderland AFC at home.
• Sunderland AFC is currently on a 4-game winning streak in the Championship.
• Sunderland AFC scores 30% of their goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
• Plymouth Argyle is winless in their last 4 matches.
• Sunderland AFC has won their last 3 games.
• A year ago, Plymouth Argyle was 16th on the table with 4 points; now they are 22nd with 2 points.
• A year ago, Sunderland AFC was 18th on the table with 4 points; now they are 1st with 12 points.
• Plymouth Argyle wins the first half in 27% of their matches, the same as Sunderland AFC.
• Plymouth Argyle and Sunderland AFC both win 27% of their halftimes.
• Sunderland AFC won their last meeting, triumphing by a 2-goal margin.
• When Plymouth Argyle leads 1-0 at home, they win 70% of the time.
• When Sunderland AFC leads 1-0 away, they win 76% of the time.
• When Plymouth Argyle falls behind 0-1 at home, they win 18% of their matches.
• When Sunderland AFC is down 1-0 away, they win 6% of their matches.
• Sunderland AFC has demonstrated better performance in the Championship compared to Plymouth Argyle.
• Sunderland AFC has outperformed Plymouth Argyle in the last 5 matches.
• Plymouth Argyle has failed to score in their last 2 games.
• Sunderland AFC has lost only 1 of their last 5 matches against Plymouth Argyle across all competitions.
• In their last 5 matchups, Plymouth Argyle has 1 win, Sunderland AFC has 3 wins, and 1 match ended in a draw.
• Plymouth Argyle averages 1 goal per match against Sunderland AFC, who average 1.6 goals per match against Plymouth Argyle.
• The average number of goals in games between Plymouth Argyle and Sunderland AFC is 2.6.
• The average number of first-half goals in meetings between Plymouth Argyle and Sunderland AFC is 1.2.
• On average, Plymouth Argyle scores 1.69 goals at home, while Sunderland AFC scores 1.26 goals away.