LiontipsArsenal vs Sunderland. Prediction and Betting Tips for EFL Cup (December 21, 2021).
Command Analysis
Arsenal won all of their League Cup matches with a clean sheet. In the first round, the Gunners crushed West Bromwich (6:0), then they defeated AFC Wimbledon (3:0). In the Round of 16, the Londoners prevailed over Leeds United (2:0).
Mikel Arteta's charges have been gaining momentum in the Premier League. After 18 rounds, the Gunners are 4th in the log with 32 points from ten victories and two draws. In the last three rounds, Arsenal recorded victories over Southampton (3:0), West Ham (2:0), and Leeds United (4:1).
Lokonga, Kolasinac, and Aubameyang have been ruled out of this fixture.
The six-time champions of England, Sunderland played in the Premier League five years ago, but the team experienced serious financial problems and was relegated to EFL League One. This season, the Black Cats recorded 13 victories and 4 draws in the first 22 rounds. They are currently 3rd in the table with 43 points to their name.
After two home victories over Morecambe (5:0) and Plymouth Argyle (2:1), Sunderland drew with Ipswich Town (1:1) away. On their way to the League Cup quarterfinals, Lee Johnson's charges knocked out Port Vale (2:1), Blackpool (3:2), and Wigan Athletic (2:0). In the Round of 16, they prevailed over QPR (1:0 P).
Willis, Huggins, Hume, Cirken, and McGeady are all out injuried.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:0
Arsenal won 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 2 of the last 4 games of the visitors.
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 5 games of Arsenal, goals were scored in both halves.
Tip and bets
We are predicting a confident victory for the hosts, who have a massive class advantage in each position. Moreover, the visitors have a long list of injuries - they don't have a chance against the on-form Gunners.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2) to Arsenal
The Gunners' attacking line have been improving their performance with each game. In 3 of the last 5 matches, Arsenal scored at least 4 goals. We believe they can overcome the total of 3.5 goals today.
Second bet - total over 3.5 goals
