Sunderland vs. Arsenal Picks, Odds, Props, and EPL Betting Analysis — Get The Gunners to Win to Nil at +125
- Arsenal have a perfect record in the EPL after three rounds of fixtures.
- Sunderland have avoided defeat in three competitive fixtures.
- The Gunners have lost just once in their last 14 league visits to Sunderland.
Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal will be aiming to maintain their perfect start to the new campaign when they travel to Sunderland on September 12. The Gunners will be favored at the best soccer betting sites, but could a potential upset be on the cards? Find the Sunderland vs. Arsenal odds and our picks here.
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How to Watch
- When: Saturday, September 12, 2026. 3:00 PM ET
- Where: Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England
- How to Watch: NBC, Peacock
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Sunderland vs. Arsenal EPL Preview
Black Cats Building Momentum After Slow Start
A historic campaign for Sunderland, which sees a return to European competition, got underway with a disappointing defeat on the opening day against Ipswich.
However, the Black Cats have steadily built momentum in recent weeks, having avoided defeat in their last three in all competitions. But, attacking improvement will be required, as Sunderland are yet to score more than once in any of their four competitive fixtures in 2026-27.
Granit Xhaka is once again key for the team, as the Swiss international leads Sunderland for touches (243) and passes played into the box (26). Sunderland will take confidence from the fact that they have won their last two EPL home matches, with both wins coming against clubs from London.
Likely Lineup:
(5-4-1) Roefs (GK); Meunier, Mukiele, Ballard, Danso, Mandava; Angulo, Sadiki, Xhaka, le Fee; Brobbey
Gunners Dominating in Early Weeks of Title Defense
It has been a professional start to the Premier League season for the defending champions. Arsenal have won each of their opening three fixtures this term, and showcased their championship credentials last time out with a comeback success against Chelsea.
The Gunners have been offensively strong so far this term, scoring six goals in their EPL fixtures. Christos Tzolis has proven to be an inspired signing, with only Morgan Rogers creating more open play chances.
Martin Odegaard’s return to form is also important, with the club captain scoring three in his last four appearances. Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both remain out due to injury, meaning that Ben White and Ezri Konsa will retain their spots.
Likely Lineup:
(4-2-3-1) Raya (GK); White, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Odegaard, Tzolis; Havertz
Head-to-Head Stats
- Sunderland have recorded a single win in their previous 29 EPL fixtures against Arsenal, and they are winless in 17.
- Arsenal have avoided defeat in 13 of their previous 14 trips to the Stadium of Light.
- Last season’s encounter between the sides in Sunderland ended in a 2-2 draw, ending a run of five wins in six for the Gunners.
Sunderland vs. Arsenal EPL Picks
Arsenal’s relentless start to the new season has been eye-catching, as they have thrived at both ends of the field, despite being without key players. Sunderland’s weak offensive record ensures that they don’t have the firepower to trouble the Gunners this Saturday, making a road victory the sensible play after assessing the Sunderland vs. Arsenal odds.
Sunderland vs. Arsenal Props Picks
Low-scoring fixtures are common when Arsenal are involved, as the Gunners have kept clean sheets in two of their previous three. Sunderland have also scored no more than once in any competitive fixture this term.
