Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 3–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Coventry entertain Sunderland on 31 October 2026 · 15:00 at Coventry Building Society Arena (Coventry), with Simon Hooper the man in the middle. We do not see a favourite here. Read on for our tip, the estimated probabilities, missing players and match analysis.
Coventry vs Sunderland: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 3.23 | 3.42 | 2.41 |
| Market average | 3.09 | 3.29 | 2.34 |
| Lowest odds | 2.78 | 3.05 | 2.26 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.33 | 1.31 | 72.1% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 2.08 | 2.00 | 47.7% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.89 | 1.83 | 52.3% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.62 | 3.45 | 27.4% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.80 | 1.75 | 53.5% |
| BTTS – no | 2.10 | 2.01 | 46.5% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 31/10/26, 09:22. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 5.6%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Coventry 1–1 Sunderland, roughly 2 goals in total.
- Table: Coventry 16th (9 points), Sunderland 20th (5 points).
- Form in the competition: Coventry 2W 0D 6L (6:15), Sunderland 1W 2D 5L (6:14).
- H2H: 13 matches: Coventry 6W 6D 1L, goals 24–14.
- Absences: Coventry 5, Sunderland 4.
Who will win Coventry vs Sunderland?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
Coventry vs Sunderland: more betting markets
Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Coventry vs Sunderland: injuries, suspensions, absences
Coventry
- A. Amendacalf injury · will miss the match
- J. Ecclesankle injury · will miss the match
- L. Woolfendenknee injury · will miss the match
- H. Wrightmuscle injury · will miss the match
- B. Thomascalf injury · doubtful
Sunderland
- D. Ballardmuscle injury · will miss the match
- R. Mundleknee injury · will miss the match
- N. Mukieleabsence · doubtful
- J. Ta Biinjury · doubtful
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Coventry vs Sunderland: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Arsenal | 9 | 8-0-1 | 14:5 | 24 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 9 | 7-0-2 | 20:10 | 21 |
| 3 |  Brighton | 9 | 6-1-2 | 24:7 | 19 |
| 4 |  Chelsea | 9 | 5-1-3 | 19:15 | 16 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 9 | 4-3-2 | 11:9 | 15 |
| 6 |  Brentford | 9 | 3-5-1 | 16:9 | 14 |
| 7 |  Bournemouth | 9 | 3-3-3 | 14:13 | 12 |
| 8 |  Tottenham | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:10 | 12 |
| 9 |  Aston Villa | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:13 | 12 |
| 10 |  Hull City | 9 | 2-5-2 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 11 |  Leeds | 9 | 2-5-2 | 9:8 | 11 |
| 12 |  Newcastle | 8 | 3-2-3 | 12:14 | 11 |
| 13 |  Ipswich | 9 | 3-2-4 | 14:18 | 11 |
| 14 |  Everton | 8 | 2-4-2 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 15 |  Fulham | 9 | 2-3-4 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 16 | Coventry | 9 | 3-0-6 | 9:16 | 9 |
| 17 |  Manchester United | 9 | 1-4-4 | 10:15 | 7 |
| 18 |  Crystal Palace | 9 | 2-1-6 | 9:21 | 7 |
| 19 |  Nottingham Forest | 9 | 1-3-5 | 6:12 | 6 |
| 20 | Sunderland | 9 | 1-2-6 | 7:17 | 5 |
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Coventry vs Sunderland: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Coventry: 16th, 9 points from 9 matches (3W 0D 6L). Sunderland: 20th, 5 points (1W 2D 6L).
- Attack and defence. Goals per game in this competition: Coventry 0.8 scored and 1.9 conceded, Sunderland 0.8 scored and 1.8 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Coventry: 2W 0D 6L, goals 6–15; Sunderland: 1W 2D 5L, goals 6–14.
- Head to head. Head to head over 13 meetings: Coventry 6 wins, Sunderland 1 win, plus 6 draws; goals 24–14.
What to expect
We see a fairly level contest. The projected scoreline is 1–1, close to 2 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (12.7%). We see a fairly level contest.
The two signals clash: on table position the Coventry look stronger, yet the bookmakers rate the away side a little higher. A game like that is hard to predict, so playing it safer with your bets makes sense.
On goals we like Both teams to score (odds 1.80), with a probability of 54% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 54% and over 2.5 goals is 48%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 13; Coventry 6 wins, 6 draws, Sunderland 1 win.
- Average goals in their meetings: 2.9 per match.
- This competition, scored–conceded: Coventry 6–15, Sunderland 6–14.
- Projected: close to 2 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 48%.
- Not available: Coventry 5, Sunderland 4.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: yes
Other option: Both teams score: yes (probability 54%, odds up to 1.80). We project close to 2 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Coventry: A. Amenda, J. Eccles, L. Woolfenden, H. Wright, B. Thomas. Not available for Sunderland: D. Ballard, R. Mundle, N. Mukiele, J. Ta Bi. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
Coventry vs Sunderland: the numbers side by side
Only this season's games feed into these numbers, so treat them with care: the sample is small.
Form in the competition
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Coventry vs Sunderland: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Coventry vs Sunderland?
On the result, our pick is Draw or Sunderland (X2) (1.40); on goals, Both teams to score (1.80). Prefer less risk? Go for Draw or Sunderland (X2).
Who will win Coventry vs Sunderland?
As we see it: Coventry to win 31%, the draw 29%, Sunderland to win 40%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
31 October 2026, 15:00, at Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry. Referee: Simon Hooper.
Who will be missing?
Coventry: A. Amenda, J. Eccles, L. Woolfenden, H. Wright, B. Thomas. Sunderland: D. Ballard, R. Mundle, N. Mukiele, J. Ta Bi. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 48% chance (odds 2.08), against 52% for under 2.5 (odds 1.89).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 54% (odds 1.80).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (12.7%), 0–1 (11.1%), 1–0 (9.4%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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