Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Betiball's prediction for Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C preview before placing your bet.

Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C: Starting Lineups Time : 17/05/2026 10:00

Everton
1 - 3
Finished
Sunderland A.F.C
90+5' event James Garner
88' event Seamus Coleman / Jake OBrien
88' event Dwight Mcneil / Merlin Rohl
73' event Tyrique George / Tim Iroegbunam
73' event Thierno Barry / Beto Betuncal
47' event Jake OBrien
43' event Merlin Rohl
25' event Tim Iroegbunam
event 90+1' Wilson Isidor
event 81' Enzo Le Fee
event 77' Chris Rigg / Nilson David Angulo Ramirez
event 77' Wilson Isidor / Brian Brobbey
event 77' Habib Diarra / Noah Sadiki
event 60' Chemsdine Talbi / Trai Hume
event 59' Brian Brobbey
event 23' Luke ONien / Omar Federico Alderete Fernandez
90+5' event James Garner
event 90+1' Wilson Isidor
88' event Seamus Coleman / Jake OBrien
event 81' Enzo Le Fee
88' event Dwight Mcneil / Merlin Rohl
event 77' Chris Rigg / Nilson David Angulo Ramirez
73' event Tyrique George / Tim Iroegbunam
event 77' Wilson Isidor / Brian Brobbey
73' event Thierno Barry / Beto Betuncal
event 77' Habib Diarra / Noah Sadiki
47' event Jake OBrien
event 60' Chemsdine Talbi / Trai Hume
43' event Merlin Rohl
event 59' Brian Brobbey
25' event Tim Iroegbunam
event 23' Luke ONien / Omar Federico Alderete Fernandez
Everton Everton
Substitutions
#11 Thierno Barry
#23 Seamus Coleman
#7 Dwight Mcneil
#19 Tyrique George
#12 Mark Travers
#20 Tyler Dibling
#45 Harrison Armstrong
#2 Nathan Patterson
#24 Carlos Alcaraz
Everton Everton Sunderland A.F.C Sunderland A.F.C
10Shots7
4Shots on Goal3
14Fouls9
3Corner Kick2
9Free kick14
0Offside1
3Yellow card0
26Aerial22
0Save3
9Successful Tackles7
8Interceptions3
18Long pass16
1Assist3
7Successful center2
4Substitution5
4Shots off goal4
11Head Success13
2Blocked0
8Tackle7
5Dribbles3
20Throw-in17
406Passes430
90Attacks84
42Dangerous attacks40
2Corner Kicks(HT)0
2BigChances3
2BigChancesMissed0
6ShotsInsideBox5
4ShotsOutsideBox2
37DuelsWon40
1.07ExpectedGoals0.73
1.07xGNonPenalty0.73
1.02xGOT1.51
15Touches In Opposition Box12
18AccurateCrosses20
26GroundDuelsWon27
11AerialDuelsWon13
36Clearances30
Sunderland A.F.C Sunderland A.F.C
Substitutions
#7 Chemsdine Talbi
#19 Habib Diarra
#18 Wilson Isidor
#13 Luke ONien
#11 Chris Rigg
#12 Eliezer Mayenda
#31 Ellborg Melker
#3 Dennis Cirkin
#37 Jocelin Ta Bi
Commentary
90+5' James Garner - Everton receive a yellow card
90+1' Goal! Wilson Isidor - Sunderland A.F.C
88' Everton — substitution: Seamus Coleman / Jake OBrien
88' Everton — substitution: Dwight Mcneil / Merlin Rohl
81' Goal! Enzo Le Fee - Sunderland A.F.C
77' Sunderland A.F.C — substitution: Chris Rigg / Nilson David Angulo Ramirez
77' Sunderland A.F.C — substitution: Wilson Isidor / Brian Brobbey
77' Sunderland A.F.C — substitution: Habib Diarra / Noah Sadiki
73' Everton — substitution: Tyrique George / Tim Iroegbunam
73' Everton — substitution: Thierno Barry / Beto Betuncal
60' Sunderland A.F.C — substitution: Chemsdine Talbi / Trai Hume
59' Goal! Brian Brobbey - Sunderland A.F.C
47' Jake OBrien - Everton receive a yellow card
43' Goal! Merlin Rohl - Everton
25' Tim Iroegbunam - Everton receive a yellow card
23' Sunderland A.F.C — substitution: Luke ONien / Omar Federico Alderete Fernandez

How We Build the Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Everton vs Sunderland A.F.C Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Everton's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Sunderland A.F.C's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Everton and Sunderland A.F.C sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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