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Wolverhampton vs Sunderland: Premier League Prediction 2 May 2026

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schedule 02 May, 15:00 · Referee: Paul Tierney (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 19 Oct 2026

Final result
1 – 1
CoachAI prediction
1 – 2
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Coach AI predicts a score of 1-2 for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland in the Premier League. Sunderland comes out as the stronger side in the analysis. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

Match report: Wolverhampton vs Sunderland

Wolverhampton and Sunderland drew 1-1 in the Premier League (matchday 35) on 2 May 2026.

Coach AI looks back

Coach AI predicted 1-2: the outcome was not right.

Result1-1
Coach AI1-2not right
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Pre-match preview: Wolverhampton vs Sunderland

This is a Matchweek 35 fixture at Molineux with contrasting motivations. Wolves' relegation was confirmed in Matchweek 33, meaning they are playing purely for pride and to avoid the historical infamy of a record-low points tally. Sunderland (12th) are safe from the drop but are under pressure from manager Régis Le Bris to provide a 'reaction' after a humiliating 0-5 home loss to Nottingham Forest. Historically, Sunderland have struggled at Molineux (winless in 7), but Wolves' current form (3 straight losses without scoring) is historically poor. Weather is expected to be overcast with late showers, favoring a slick surface for Sunderland's transition play.

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Scenarios before the match

Three most likely match scenarios

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Scenario Explanation

1 draw; Wolves often perform better at home when the pressure is off, and Sunderland’s current defensive instability (conceding 4.5 goals per game recently) offers Wolves’ toothless attack their best chance to score. A 20% chance exists for a low-scoring Wolves win (1-0) if the return of Mosquera stabilizes their backline and they exploit Sunderland's travel fatigue. Ultimately, Sunderland's need for a professional response after the Forest disaster makes them the favorites.

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Current Standings

Position in the competition

Matchday

Pos Team Pld W D L GD Pts
1 Manchester City FC 7 7 0 0 +12 21
2 Arsenal FC 7 6 0 1 +6 18
3 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 7 5 1 1 +18 16
4 Chelsea FC 7 4 1 2 +4 13
5 Liverpool FC 7 3 3 1 +1 12
6 Brentford FC 7 2 4 1 +5 10
7 Leeds United FC 7 2 4 1 +3 10
8 Everton FC 7 2 4 1 +1 10
9 Hull City AFC 7 2 3 2 +1 9
10 Ipswich Town FC 7 3 0 4 -4 9
11 Newcastle United FC 7 2 2 3 -4 8
12 Aston Villa FC 7 2 2 3 -4 8
13 Manchester United FC 7 1 4 2 0 7
14 Crystal Palace FC 7 2 1 4 -8 7
15 AFC Bournemouth 7 1 3 3 -4 6
16 Coventry City FC 6 2 0 4 -6 6
17 Fulham FC 7 1 2 4 -3 5
18 Nottingham Forest FC 7 1 2 4 -4 5
19 Sunderland AFC 7 1 1 5 -8 4
20 Tottenham Hotspur FC 6 0 3 3 -6 3
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Head to head

Wolverhampton and Sunderland in Football Meister data

0Wolverhampton wins
0draws
1Sunderland wins

Goals: 0 for Wolverhampton, 2 for Sunderland.

Previous meetings

  • 18 Oct 2025Sunderland2Wolverhampton0

Goals per match

What the two clubs score and concede on average, as context for the prediction.

Wolverhampton at home

1.0

scored

1.9

conceded

17 matches

0
18 of 34 (53%)
1
9 of 34 (26%)
2
6 of 34 (18%)
3+
1 of 34 (3%)

Usually 0. Scores in 47% of matches.

Sunderland away

0.8

scored

1.5

conceded

17 matches

0
12 of 34 (35%)
1
12 of 34 (35%)
2
6 of 34 (18%)
3+
4 of 34 (12%)

Usually 0 or 1. Scores in 65% of matches.

Coach AI pre-match analysis

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Projected xG by CoachAI

1.05

Home xG

1.35

Away xG

Upset risk

Low

Risk of unexpected result

Wolverhampton Recent Form: Last 5

1 W · 1 D · 3 L
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25/4 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur FC L 1.08
18/4 Leeds United FC 3-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC L 0.88
10/4 West Ham United FC 4-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC L 1.05
16/3 Brentford FC 2-2 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC D 1.05
3/3 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 2-1 Liverpool FC W 1.15

Sunderland Recent Form: Last 5

2 W · 0 D · 3 L
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24/4 Sunderland AFC 0-5 Nottingham Forest FC L 1.22
19/4 Aston Villa FC 4-3 Sunderland AFC L 1.21
12/4 Sunderland AFC 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur FC W 1.32
22/3 Newcastle United FC 1-2 Sunderland AFC W 1.15
14/3 Sunderland AFC 0-1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC L 1.25
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Key Factors

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Wolves are already mathematically relegated (Position 20, 17 pts), leading to a potential 'freedom from pressure' but also a lack of competitive edge.

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Sunderland's defense is in a state of crisis, having conceded 9 goals in their last two matches (0-5 vs Forest, 3-4 vs Villa).

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Wolves have failed to score in their last three Premier League matches, highlighting a severe clinical deficit (only 24 goals all season).

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Injuries & Absentees

Wolves face a significant crisis in goal with both Sam Johnstone (shoulder) and Jose Sa (ankle) likely sidelined, forcing Dan Bentley into the starting XI. Defensively, Ladislav Krejčí (neck) is out, though Yerson Mosquera returns from suspension. Sunderland are missing key winger Romaine Mundle (hamstring), while several creative outlets like Bertrand Traoré and Nilson Angulo remain doubtful, slightly blunting their wide threat.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What was the result of Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

Wolverhampton and Sunderland drew 1-1 in the Premier League (matchday 35) on 2 May 2026.

Did Coach AI predict Wolverhampton vs Sunderland correctly?

Coach AI predicted 1-2: the outcome was not right.

What is the correct score prediction for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

Coach AI predicts 1-2 as the correct score for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland. This page also covers the expected line-ups, injuries and xG.

What is the recent form of Wolverhampton and Sunderland?

Wolverhampton form (last 5): 1W-1D-3L. Sunderland form (last 5): 2W-0D-3L.

What are the injury and suspension updates for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

Wolves face a significant crisis in goal with both Sam Johnstone (shoulder) and Jose Sa (ankle) likely sidelined, forcing Dan Bentley into the starting XI. Defensively, Ladislav Krejčí (neck) is out, though Yerson Mosquera returns from suspension. Sunderland are missing key winger Romaine Mundle (hamstring), while several creative outlets like Bertrand Traoré and Nilson Angulo remain doubtful, slightly blunting their wide threat.

How many goals do Wolverhampton and Sunderland score on average?

Wolverhampton score at home 1.0 goals on average and concede 1.9 (17 matches). Sunderland score away 0.8 goals on average and concede 1.5 (17 matches).

What is the head-to-head record between Wolverhampton and Sunderland?

Football Meister has recorded 1 previous meeting between Wolverhampton and Sunderland: Wolverhampton won 0, Sunderland won 1 and 0 ended in a draw. The goal tally is 0-2.

What was the last result between Wolverhampton and Sunderland?

The last meeting was on 18 Oct 2025: Sunderland - Wolverhampton 2-0.

What time does Wolverhampton vs Sunderland kick off?

Wolverhampton vs Sunderland kicks off on Saturday, 2 May 2026 at 15:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

The referee for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland in the Premier League is Paul Tierney.

What are the key factors for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland: 1. Wolves are already mathematically relegated (Position 20, 17 pts), leading to a potential 'freedom from pressure' but also a lack of competitive edge. 2. Sunderland's defense is in a state of crisis, having conceded 9 goals in their last two matches (0-5 vs Forest, 3-4 vs Villa). 3. Wolves have failed to score in their last three Premier League matches, highlighting a severe clinical deficit (only 24 goals all season)..

Which scenario does Coach AI see for Wolverhampton vs Sunderland?

Coach AI sees Sunderland as the stronger side in Wolverhampton vs Sunderland. The full analysis with the expected score, xG and injuries is on this page.

How does Coach AI predict this match?

Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.

How often are these football predictions updated?

Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.

How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?

Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction, significantly above the market average.

What is Coach AI's track record?

Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.

What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.

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