Walsall FC vs Sunderland AFC, League One 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Walsall FC vs Sunderland AFC — League One .
- Walsall FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Sunderland AFC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Craig Hicks
- Referee Steven Plane
- Referee Kevin Morris
- Referee Oliver Yates
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Nov | Sunderland AFC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 17 Nov | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 10 Nov | Coventry City FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 06 Nov | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 03 Nov | Burton Albion FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 27 Oct | Wycombe Wanderers FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Nov | Walsall FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 17 Nov | Wycombe Wanderers FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 11 Nov | Port Vale FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 03 Nov | Plymouth Argyle FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 27 Oct | Southend United FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 23 Oct | Doncaster Rovers FC | A | 1–0 | W |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Walsall FC to score. At the same time, Sunderland AFC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 10' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Sunderland AFC that had 363 games and scored 478 goals.
- 15' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 20' It is a cagey affair so far. Walsall FC in their trying to find a way past Sunderland AFC's compact .
- 23' Max Power has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Red card on 23.
- 28' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 33' It looks surprising Sunderland AFC does not make any changes. Aiden McGeady has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 37' A tactical swap from Walsall FC — Kieron Morris on, Zeli Ismail off on 37 minutes.
- 42' Jon McLaughlin has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 43' That is a Yellow card for Walsall FC. Josh Gordon will be fuming at that decision.
- 46' A goal from the Wales international Josh Gordon! He fires home on 46 to make it 1-0!
- 49' Sunderland AFC make a change. Bryan Oviedo trudges off to be replaced by Luke O'Nien on 49 minutes.
- 52' Against the run of play, Josh Ginnelly has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 53' Controversy at the stadium! George Honeyman argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 58' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 61' Fresh legs for Sunderland AFC! Chris Maguire comes on to replace Josh Maja.
- 62' What composure from Aiden McGeady! The Ireland international strokes it home. 2-1.
- 67' George Dobson has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 3 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 72' Walsall FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Sunderland AFC backline.
- 75' Lynden Gooch was booked on 75.
- 80' Josh Gordon makes way for Morgan Ferrier at the 80 minute mark. A tactical switch from Walsall FC.
- 85' Jon Guthrie is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Walsall FC tonight.
- 89' GOAL! Lynden Gooch fires home to make it 2-2!
- 2-2 the final result. will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
Walsall FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 34
- 1
- 5
- 6
- 4
- 15
- 3
-
10
Zeli Ismail ↓ Kieron Morris 37'
- 9
- 11
-
29
Josh Gordon ↓ Morgan Ferrier 80'
Bench
- 31
- 27
-
8
Kieron Morris ↑ 37'
- 30
- 28
- 13
-
16
Morgan Ferrier ↑ 80'
Coach
Dean Keates
Sunderland AFC Lineups
Starting XI
-
3
Bryan Oviedo ↓ Luke O'Nien 49'
- 2
- 10
- 11
- 19
-
20
Josh Maja ↓ Chris Maguire 61'
- 12
- 16
- 27
- 15
- 1
Bench
- 37
-
7
Chris Maguire ↑ 61'
-
13
Luke O'Nien ↑ 49'
- 17
- 4
- 5
- 43
Coach
Jack Ross
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Aiden McGeady | 2 |
| Josh Gordon | 2 |
| Josh Ginnelly | 1 |
| Lee Cattermole | 1 |
| Will Grigg | 1 |
| Andy Cook | 1 |
| Liam Kinsella | 1 |
| Lynden Gooch | 1 |
Head to Head
Walsall FC Form
Sunderland AFC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.49
Walsall FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.57
Sunderland AFC xG
I would bet for:
Walsall FC or Sunderland AFC 73% + Both teams to score 61%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.06
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 81% |
|
19% |
| ± 2.5 | 58% |
|
42% |
| ± 3.5 | 37% |
|
63% |
| ± 4.5 | 20% |
|
80% |
Double Chance
Walsall FC or Draw
63%
Draw or Sunderland AFC
64%
Walsall FC or Sunderland AFC
73%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.9%
1 – 2
8.3%
2 – 1
7.9%
0 – 1
6.5%
0 – 0
6.4%
1 – 0
6.2%
2 – 2
Actual
0 – 2
5.7%
2 – 0
5.2%
1 – 3
4.3%
3 – 1
3.9%
2 – 3
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Walsall FC
| Handicap | Walsall FC covers | Push | Sunderland AFC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 83% |
| -1.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -1 | 17% | 18% | 65% |
| -0.5 | 35% | — | 65% |
| +0.5 | 62% | — | 38% |
| +1 | 62% | 19% | 19% |
| +1.5 | 81% | — | 19% |
| +2 | 81% | 12% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
Walsall FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Sunderland AFC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.