Sunderland VS Plymouth Argyle – Match Preview & Prediction

The Black Cats have a huge chance to put pressure on the top 2, as Plymouth Argyle fans prepare for the longest trip in the EFL.

Sheffield United were shocked by league strugglers, Hull City, 0-3 last night, giving Sunderland the chance to move within 1 points of the top 2.

Top of the league, Leeds United take on 3rd in the league, Burnley on Monday, so a win for Sunderland would see them move up to 3rd, 1 points off 2nd and 2 points off top.

Last time out, The Black Cats beat Derby County away from home, 0-1 to keep the pressure on, it could have been 0-2, but Wilson Isidors volleyed finish was ruled out after a lot of confusion.

Plynouth we’re hammered 0-5 by Burnley in their last game, all 5 goals coming in the first half, as they sit at the foot of the table on just 21 points and a -35 goal difference.

A win for The Pilgrims could see them move to within 4 points off safety, so although it is unlikely, it is vital they find a result against Sunderland today.

When the 2 sides met back in August, Plymouth came back from behind to beat the Black Cats 3-2 at Home Park, to give them their first defeat of the season, after winning all 4 of their first 4 matches.

The last time Plymouth won at The Stadium of Light was back in 2021, as they came out 1-2 winners in League One.

Sunderland will also be hoping to hold onto their unbeaten home record in the league this season.

Team News

Régis Le Bris has confirmed that Aji Alese will miss the remainder of the season through injury. The defender suffered a double-injury to his hand and leg in the Emirates FA Cup defeat to Stoke City.

Jenson Seelt and Ian Poveda near a return after playing for the U-21s against Benfica B earlier this week.

Prediction

Sunderland 4-0 Plymouth Argyle

Scorers – Wilson Isidor x2, Eliezer Mayenda and Jobe