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Sunderland and Brentford come into this Carabao Cup fourth-round tie at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night off the back of draws in the Premier League.
The Black Cats were held to a 0-0 stalemate by Leeds United, while the Bees drew 1-1 at Hull City.
Nonetheless, this competition gives a chance for both teams to go on a good cup run and perhaps even dream of silverware.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Sunderland vs. Brentford key stats
- Sunderland are winless in three games in all competitions (D2, L1).
- Brentford are also winless in three matches (D2, L1).
- The league head-to-head earlier this season finished 1-1 at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Sunderland vs. Brentford preview: Bees to sting Black Cats?
Sunderland vs Brentford — Tale of the Tape
| Sunderland | vs | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
| 20th | Position | 6th |
| 5 | Points | 11 |
| 6 | Goals For | 14 |
| 14 | Goals Against | 9 |
| 2 | Clean Sheets | 2 |
| 17th (H) | Home / Away Rank | 11th (A) |
Sunderland's draw against Leeds means they remain bottom of the Premier League.
It is a contrast to how well they did last season, where they finished seventh and qualified for the Europa League.
The Carabao Cup could be a welcome distraction for Regis Le Bris' side, who beat Hull City 1-0 in the previous round.
The Black Cats are expected to rotate though, even though five players are expected to miss out through injury and suspension.
Brentford have four players out too for the same reason, but are also expected to rotate.
It will be a test to see how strong Keith Andrews' squad is, as they sit sixth in the Premier League.
It promises to be another good season for the Bees, who will be aiming to qualify for Europe for the first time.
They could also do that by winning this competition, although some big names like holders Manchester City and top-flight champions Arsenal remain in it.
Sunderland vs. Brentford form guide & betting tips
| Sunderland | vs | Brentford |
|---|---|---|
LWLDD |
Form | WWDLD |
| 3 | Goals For | 9 |
| 4 | Goals Against | 6 |
W |
Carabao Cup | WW |
Whispers predicts: Sunderland 1-1 Brentford (Brentford to win on pens)
Brentford are 21/20 (2.05) favourites to win in normal time, we think this could stretch to a penalty shootout, and you can place your own bets on this game using our Betfred sign-up offer.
Thus, a Draw at 14/5 (3.80) could come through, while BTTS – Yes at 7/10 (1.70) has come through in Brentford's last three games.
Under 2.5 goals at 21/20 (2.05) is our final pick, with only seven goals scored in the previous five matches involving Sunderland.
Overall, we are predicting a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes, which is available at 7/1 (8.00).
> BTTS – Yes at 1.70 | Likelihood: High
> Under 2.5 goals at 2.05 | Likelihood: Medium
> Draw at 3.80 | Likelihood: Low