Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Sunderland U21 welcome Blackburn Rovers U21 to Eppleton Colliery Welfare Ground for a Premier League 2 Division One fixture on Friday 6 November (20:00 WAT). In the table, Sunderland U21 are 11th, upper half, on 10 points after 7 matches; Blackburn Rovers U21 are 16th (upper half) with 9. Only 1 point split them, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Sunderland U21, last 5: LDLDW Their latest outing: 2–3 defeat to Newcastle United U21, away. 2.3 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Blackburn Rovers U21, last 5: WWDWL Their latest outing: 2–1 win over Southampton U21, at home. 2.7 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Momentum favours Blackburn Rovers U21, collecting 2.2 points per game to 1.3 for Sunderland U21.
Head to head
When they last met (15 Apr 2026) it ended Sunderland U21 4–2 Blackburn Rovers U21.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Sunderland U21 2.9 xG, Blackburn Rovers U21 1.5 xG – a total near 4.4. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 79% and GG at 71%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Sunderland U21 69%, draw 12%, Blackburn Rovers U21 19%.
GG/NG: GG (71%) at 1.29.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (71%, odds 1.29). Most likely score in line with that pick: Sunderland U21 2–1 Blackburn Rovers U21. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Sunderland U2169%fair 1.45 · @1.44
Draw12%fair 8.58 · @4.80
Blackburn Rovers U2119%fair 5.19 · @4.55
4.41Expected goals
2.92Sunderland U21 xG
1.49Blackburn Rovers U21 xG
71%Both score
79%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–18%
3–18%
2–26%
3–26%
4–15%
1–15%
From our goals model: Sunderland U21 2.9 – 1.5 Blackburn Rovers U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.29.
Who will win Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21?
On our numbers Sunderland U21 have a 69% chance of winning, the draw 12% and Blackburn Rovers U21 19%.
How many goals will there be in Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21?
We expect about 4.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 79% likely and both teams score 71% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21?
Our predicted score is Sunderland U21 2–1 Blackburn Rovers U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.4 goals in total.
When is Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21?
Sunderland U21 vs Blackburn Rovers U21 (Premier League 2 Division One) kicks off on Friday 6 November 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time) at Eppleton Colliery Welfare Ground.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
