August 18 EFL Sunderland Sheffield Wednesday Overseas Football Analysis Sports Analysis
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● Sunderland (England 2nd division 3rd place / Win-Loss-Draw-Win-Loss)
In the first round, they succeeded in hitting Cardiff with concise passes, even when they didn't have possession. However, Sunderland's chronic issue is the lack of attacking resources. As a result, they have often struggled against teams that sit back, and they lost 0-2 in their last match against Sheffield Wednesday. It is also true that they made several mistakes in passing and touches from their own half during the Cardiff match.
- Injuries: Sirlt (DF, Grade B)
● Sheffield Wednesday (England 2nd division 1st place / Win-Loss-Draw-Win-Win)
They are definitely on an upward trend. They defeated Hull City in the League Cup and have two consecutive wins. Although they did not have a high possession rate in the first round, they did not suffer any additional damage other than an early goal when they conceded possession to Hull City. Their ability to exploit behind spaces has shown to be quite effective away from home, and the strong defensive capabilities they displayed at the end of last season seem to be impacting their early season momentum.
- Injuries: Hammer (GK / Grade C)
➋ Betting Data
○ Expected Goals (xG): 1.50 goals vs 1.13 goals
○ Both teams to score (BTTS) likelihood: 40%
○ Combined expected goals for both teams: 3.00 goals
○ Previous head-to-head record: 10 matches 3 wins 2 draws 5 losses (Sheffield Wednesday dominant)
○ Previous head-to-head under/over: Under (60%)
○ Instances where both teams scored in previous matchups (BTTS): 30%
➌ Major Media Predictions
[Predictz] 0-0 (Draw)
➍ Match Analysis & Recommended Bets
I expect an under (2.5) and a Sheffield Wednesday handicap win. Sunderland's chronic issue is the poor performance of their forward line. This is particularly problematic against teams that maintain a low defensive line, and Sheffield Wednesday's tendency to be very defensive in such situations is significant. Sheffield Wednesday won the last encounter.
➎ Three-Line Summary
[General Win/Draw/Loss] Sheffield Wednesday Win (Recommendation x)
[Handicap / -1.0] Sheffield Wednesday Win (Recommendation o)
[Under/Over / 2.5] Under (Recommendation o)